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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer family studies degrees.

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Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill

1600 Woodland Road, Abington, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill, a public institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Schuylkill Haven, PA, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately 1,000 students enroll at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill yearly.

Students may select from several areas of study, including:

• Psychology
• Radiology Technician
• Criminal Justice
• Business Administration

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill. A score within the range of 1140 - 1450 on the SAT, or 14 - 22 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill admits about 80% of applicants. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 51% enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.psu.edu.

Tuition & fees at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $14,000 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $6,100 for the year. Students attending Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Students who wish to see more about this school may visit their website at http://www.sl.psu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Family Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill offers an associate'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).