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Bachelor of Arts in Human Development

Study Group - California State University San Marcos

USA,California

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 18,160/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1989

Total Students: 16,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

333 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92096, United States

Overview
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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Human Development

Program Overview

The Human Development Program engages students in a challenging academic curriculum which combines traditional classroom learning with experiential problem-based and field experience opportunities in human development-related professions in diverse settings. In addition to completing required core coursework, each student completes two courses chosen from one of three concentrations: Counseling Services, Health Services, or an Individualized plan. Courses within the first two concentrations have been selected to provide an educational foundation for students wishing to pursue careers in each of these arenas. The Individualized concentration allows students to create their own specialty area related to such topics as children and youth services, adult/gerontology, education, among others. Experiential learning is gained from field experience where students participate in community service learning activities related to their career and intellectual interests in human development. Students also conduct an applied research study on a subject.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

15 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Not Available

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 18,160 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Study Group - California State University San Marcos

CAD 14,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5 Minimum Listening - 5.0 Minimum Reading - 5.0 Minimum Writing - 5.5 Minimum Speaking - 5.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61.0 Minimum Listening - 14.0 Minimum Reading - 14.0 Minimum Writing - 19.0 Minimum Speaking - 14.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities

Students with a bachelor’s degree in Human Development are qualified to work in a variety of settings related to providing services for others. These might include health care, child and adult care centers, community projects providing outreach to youth and adults, sales, human resources, service related to government agencies such as housing, law enforcement, and criminal justice, and assisting with community development, both in the United States and around the world. A bachelor’s degree in Human Development may also prepare students for graduate studies in counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, teaching, public administration, psychology, sociology, anthropology, human development, public health, business, or law, among others. Students interested in these career paths should consult with advisors in appropriate areas before planning their programs.

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Direct Admit Scholarship	Direct Admit Scholarship: Fall 2025: $1,000 for Year 1 – students must confirm by 2 May 2025; distributed in amount of $500 per semester for Fall 2025 semester and Spring 2026 semester; may not be combined with other scholarships Visit INT students Financial Aid \| Global Programs and Services (GPS) \| CSUSM https://www.csusm.edu/global/intstudents/finaid.html	Direct Admit Scholarship: $1,000 for Year 1; distributed in amount of $500 per semester

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.