A Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) provides a broadly based study of the intellectual, emotional, social, and moral development of individuals and families. HDFS graduates have a variety of opportunities available to them. Many students go on to graduate school in the fields of Social Work, Psychology, Education, Medicine, and Law.
All entering students must declare as a Pre-HDFS major and will work with an academic advisor to follow an informational plan leading to successful completion of program requirements. Following successful completion of pre-major requirements, students with a 2.0 cumulative UH GPA may declare a major in Human Development and Family Studies.
Total Hours for Degree: 120+
September 2025
College of Education
Stephen Power Farish Hall, 3657 Cullen Blvd.,
HOUSTON,
Texas,
77204, United States
Applicants should have secondary school or high-school academic records.
English Language Proficiency Requirement
IELTS Overall: 6.5; TOEFL (iBT): 79; TOEFL (PBT): 550.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
