Overview

Key Facts

The unique focus on family, health and relationships of this Family and Consumer Sciences Program from Hofstra University ensures that all students are prepared for college and a career. Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) is the comprehensive body of skills, research, and knowledge that helps people make informed decisions about their wellbeing, relationships, and resources to achieve optimal quality of life.

The field encompasses many areas including human development, personal and family finance, housing and interior design, food science, nutrition and wellness, textiles and apparel, and consumer issues.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Child Development/Human Development

Interpersonal, Family or Career Studies

Nutrition, Health and Wellness

Food Science and Food Production

Business Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship or Consumer Studies

Fashion, Clothing and Textiles

Interior Design and Environmental Studies

Early Childhood, Elementary/Childhood or Adolescent Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hempstead, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed application form to the master’s program.
A minimum GPA of 2.75 in each of two categories:(A) Overall undergraduate course work(B) Course work in the content area in which certification will be sought.
Completion of General Education Core prerequisites for teacher education programs with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
A written personal statement of professional intent and rationale.
Two letters of reference that address the applicant’s potential to succeed in the teaching profession and in graduate course work.
A bachelor’s degree.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

65120 USD / year

≈ 65120 USD / year
Out-of-State

65120 USD / year

≈ 65120 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

65120 USD / year

≈ 65120 USD / year

Living costs

Hempstead

United States

1300 - 2834 USD / month

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

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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Financing

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