Family Studies Degree

The Human Development & Family Studies is a dynamic area of study within social science focused on development, lifespan, and research topics of social significance within the context of family, community, and society dynamics. Get more details below including other Connecticut colleges that offer family studies degrees.

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Mitchell College (MxCC)

100 Training Hill Rd, Middletown, CT

Mitchell College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in New London, CT, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school enrolls 990 students yearly, allowing for a more personalized education.

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

• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Mitchell College admits around 90% of applicants. Of those accepted, about 29% registered for enrollment.

The cost of tuition is close to $30,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs about $7,100 annually. Mitchell College may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify in the form of grants and loans.

This school has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.mitchell.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Family Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mitchell College offers a bachelor's degree program in family studies.

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

Home Economics Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in childcare, family relations, finance, nutrition, and related subjects pertaining to home management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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