Human Development and Family Studies: Marriage and Family Therapy Specialization - PhD

Students in the PhD program complete a major research dissertation that makes a significant contribution to the theoretical and empirical knowledge in human development and/or family studies. Students can be admitted into the program with a Bachelor of Science degree if they have adequate research experience (post-BS PhD), or after they complete a Master of Science (or Master of Arts, with additional research experience; post-MS PhD).

In addition to coursework and the dissertation, students demonstrate research, teaching, and professional competencies.  For more specific information, see the Graduate Student Handbook at: cehs.usu.edu/hdfs/graduate/handbook.