Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Development and Family Studies: Fees & Entry Requirements at Iowa State University, USA

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Development and Family Studies

USA

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What will I learn?

Deepen your understanding of human growth, development, and relationships with Iowa State University's Human Development and Family Studies graduate program. Our program offers a multidisciplinary curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in research, counseling, family therapy, social services, and policy development. The graduate programs are structured to allow graduate students to custom design their own program of study (POS). Other than core requirements, students, with approval of their Program of Study Committee, may select from all available graduate coursework to complete the degree. This flexible option is designed to meet the unique needs of our graduate students looking for interdisciplinary curriculum and research.

Which department am I in?

College of Human Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4.6 Years)

Tuition fees
$32,914.00 (27,77,084) per year
Books and supplies:$800.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected January 2027

Start date

Expected August 2027

Venue

Iowa Main Campus

100 Enrollment Services Center,

2433 Union Drive,

Ames,

Iowa,

50011, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

4 year Bachelors degree (or equivalent). Academic Records/Transcripts. Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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