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Consumer Economics & Family Financial Counseling BS

USA

What will I learn?

According to the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, 54% of Americans struggle to minimize their debt. You can help change that.

Learn the human side of finance.

This program empowers you to address consumer and financial issues that impact family economic well-being. Through coursework, hands-on experience, and service learning, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of financial literacy, money management, consumer behavior, and counseling practices.

Upon completing your coursework, you will be prepared to earn your Accredited Financial Counselor ® certification. This nationally recognized credential is organized by the Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education, an organization offering valuable resources, networking and professional development opportunities for more than 30 years.

International Opportunities

Should you choose, you can gain international experience while earning credit towards your degree. We offer a variety of study, research, intern, and service abroad programs for all budgets and comfort levels. Some students have even earned grants and scholarships to fully fund their international experiences.

These programs are designed to broaden your mind and introduce you to unfamiliar ways of thinking and living. Ultimately, these experiences will make you a more competitive applicant in the global workforce.

Which department am I in?

College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
$33,406.00 (28,18,596) per year
Application deadline

Expected May, October 2025

Start date

January 2025

Venue

College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

S123 Ag. Science Center North,

LEXINGTON,

Kentucky,

40506, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Freshman Admission: Applicants who have not attended a college or university upon completion of secondary school AND who have met all requirements including English proficiency as noted below. English proficiency Scores: TOEFL: 71 iBT; IELTS: 6.0; Duolingo: 105. Priority Application Deadline: December 1 for Fall semester (August start); October 15 for Spring semester (January start).

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

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