Graduate Pathway in Human Development and Family Science
Illinois State University
The Illinois State University Graduate Pathway program in Human Development will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Illinois State University.
Upon successful completion of the Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your next semester of study at Illinois State University.
Key Information
- A Pathway program provides academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed at a US university.
- Students will benefit from fully integrated classes with both domestic and other international students on campus while learning from highly trained university instructors and tutors.
Age Requirement
17
Academic Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Development, Psychology, Sociology or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0. Students without background coursework in human development may have to complete up to 3 pre-requisites as part of their Pathway. Students without a background in human development, psychology or sociology may apply and will take the required prerequisites during the Pathway.English Language Requirements
TOEFL iBT: 81, TOEFL Essentials: 8.5, Duolingo: 110, PTE: 55, MET: 58, IELTS: 6.5.2027 Spring Start (January)
Degree start date : 11th January 2027 - Degree end date: 7th May 2027
- Semester 1 spring: 11th January 2027 - 7th May 2027
Credit Number
Sample Classes Title
Credit Units
Semester 1
Elective Class- Human Development and Family Sciences
3 Credit Units
FCS 401
Theories and Contemporary Issues in Family and Consumer Sciences
3 Credit Units
FCS 445
Statistics in Applied Science and Technology
3 Credit Units
IDS 401
Advanced Writing for Graduate Students
3 Credit Units
Total credit units
12 Credit Units
Notes
- * These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.
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