Program Summary

The graduate program in applied human development and family sciences is developed by you, the student, in cooperation with your advisor to create a customized learning experience to enhance your career. Besides the required courses, you can add an individualized focus by supplementing your schedule with courses outside the department or you can specialize in marriage and family therapy.

Graduate Catalog Program Information

Program-Specific Admission Information and Requirements

Affiliated College: College of Health and Human Sciences

Degree(s) Offered: M.S. in Applied Human Development and Family Sciences

Specializations Available:

• Marriage and Family Therapy (view program specific information and deadlines)
• Leadership in Aging Studies

Program Requires GRE: Yes

Letters of Recommendation: 2

University Requirements

• Admissions to NIU Graduate School
• Application Materials

Application Deadlines

All application materials must be received by the appropriate deadline below to ensure priority consideration.