HDFS Graduate Programs
Admission
Applicants to the M.S. degree program must have a baccalaureate degree from a university or a college of approved standing; PhD applicants must also hold a Master's degree in human development/family studies, or a related social-behavioral science.
Selective admissions from the pool of applicants will be based on several factors, including cumulative point-hour ratio (based on a 4.0 system), scores on the Graduate Record Exam (taken within the past 5 years), three letters of recommendation, educational background in the field, research/professional experience, professional interests and goals, and the Department/program's resources. International students must have a minimum TOEFL score of 550. In the past, successful applicants typically have had GPA's exceeding 3.0 (Bachelor's degree), 3.5 (Master's degree), and combined GRE scores of at least 1000 on the Verbal and Quantitative tests, and 4.5 on the Analytical test.
Applying is a two-part process!
First, complete an OSU Graduate Admissions application.
Visit the Graduate Admissions website for step-by-step instructions and the necessary forms. We encourage you to complete this process online if possible.
Second, send your support materials to the Department via postal mail.
You must include the following:
- your vita
- a statement of interest that includes your research, educational, and professional experiences, as well as your major area of interest (program concentration) and professional goals
- official GRE scores
- 3 current letters of recommendation
Applications and documentation materials are due by January 1 for the Autumn Quarter. Decisions will be made by April 1. There are no admissions for the Winter, Spring, or Summer Quarters. Send materials to:
Graduate Studies Chairperson
Department of Human Development and Family Science
135 Campbell Hall
1787 Neil Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210-1295
For more information, contact Jody Hanson or view one of the websites below:
- Admissions & Financial Aid: information for undergraduate, graduate, transfer, professional, and international students. Application forms can be downloaded from this site.
- OSU Graduate School: contains extensive information on the Graduate Program at Ohio State University including application forms, the graduate student handbook, and student life information.
- Registar's Office Calendar: important dates, including fee and registration deadlines.
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