Child Development Degree

The child development program at Missouri Baptist University prepares students for careers in child care centers, special needs programs, in home care, family child care, school age care, preschools, and recreational programs. The program focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of human services. Program courses include: parent-child relations, parenting practices, special needs of children, parental and environmental influences on child development, external support services, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer child development degrees.

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Missouri Baptist University (MBU)

5270 Flat River Road, Park Hills, MO

Missouri Baptist University is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Saint Louis, Missouri, in a predominantly suburban area. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately five thousand students are enrolled per year at MBU.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology
• Interdisciplinary Studies

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to MBU. Scores between 19 - 24 on the ACT or 790 - 950 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase the chance of admission. 58% of those who apply are admitted to MBU, of which 54% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at mobap.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $22,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $5,800 per year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Missouri Baptist University through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.mobap.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Child Development Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. MBU offers a bachelor's degree program in child development.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Farm and Home Management Advisors

Description

Advise, instruct, and assist individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home economics activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to solve problems; and instruct and train in product development, sales, and the use of machinery and equipment to promote general welfare. Includes county agricultural agents, feed and farm management advisors, home economists, and extension service advisors.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).