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University of Rhode Island College of Human Science and Services M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies 2 Lower College Transition Center Kingston, RI 02881 US   Phone: 1-401-874-2150 Fax: 1-401-874-4020   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.S. - Human Development and Family Studies Certificate Early Childhood Education Teacher Certificate On Campus   The University of Rhode Island offers an innovative curriculum for the Masters of Science in Human Development and Family Studies. This program is designed to immerse students in a specialized area of human development, while providing a strong foundation in research, policy and practical knowledge of the field. Graduates from this program are prepared for leadership positions in human service and education administration, research and policy organizations, and for advanced academic work. A minimum of 41 credits of approved graduate courses are required including a developmental seminar, a sequence in policy, research and statistics, and a professional seminar. In addition, students will select a minimum of 9 credits in a specialization, such as child development, adolescent development, adult development, gerontology, public policy and administration, family studies, or family financial counseling/education. Students complete a portfolio and a master’s thesis. Students have the option of including up to 6 credits of a policy, administrative or research internship as part of the program of study. Electives can be selected from a broad list of departmental courses as well as courses identified from other related fields. Students have the opportunity to work with a diverse faculty, conduct independent studies, gain valuable real-life experience through internship placements, and conduct original research while completing a master’s thesis.     Accreditation Information: New England Association of Schools and Colleges  # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 18 undergraduate credits in human development or related fields of study, such as sociology, psychology or education.  Pre-Requisite Courses An introductory statistics class and/or a research methods class are preferred.  International Student Requirements Requirements Qualifying Exam: GRE Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: 3.2 English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: No Clinical Internship: No   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements 3 Letters of recommendation, including two academic references. A detailed personal statement highlighting the fit between the MS program and your background and future professional aspirations. MAT scores can be accepted in place of the GRE. Completion of the on-line application process.    Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 978  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 1483  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $960  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $17288  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year:   Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable