The following are a variety of graduate programs that get shared with the HDFS Department and Faculty. Click to learn more and it is recommended to go to the school website for the most up-to-date program information and application deadlines.
Oregon State University HDFS Doctoral Program
Priority Deadline for Fall 2024: December 15, 2023
Final Deadline for Fall 2024: Janueary 20, 2024
The PhD program in human development and family studies prepares students for success in research-oriented careers in academic or applied professional settings.
The program emphasizes strong research specialization while maintaining an understanding and appreciation of broader issues and applied problems in human development and family studies.
The dissertation and associated research enable you to develop in-depth knowledge of a specific area of study. You’ll also gain experience in planning, conducting and reporting on an original study.
We offer a master's degree for students enrolled in the Ph.D. program and who have not yet completed a research-based master’s thesis.
Purdue University HDFS Doctoral Program
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Deadline for Fall 2024 Admission: December 1, 2023
The Department of Human Development and Family Science at Purdue University is seeking applicants for our PhD program. Our department takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the human condition across the lifespan and in the contexts of family, schools, and society. Faculty research interests span, but are not limited to, five key foci: Culture and Diversity, Early Childhood Education and Care, Health and Well-being, Interpersonal Relations, and Military Families.
Students are encouraged to reach out to any faculty they might be interested in working with prior to applying to learn more about the program. The application deadline for Fall 2024 admission is December 1st, 2023. More information can be found at: https://hhs.purdue.edu/graduate-programs/human-development-and-family-studies-graduate-program/.
This frequently asked questions resource also has helpful information for students interested in applying.
Texas Tech University HDFS Graduate Programs
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Priority Deadline for Fall 2024 Admission: December 1, 2023
Texas Tech's graduate programs in Human Development and Family Sciences offer: