Earn Your Bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies Online

An Online Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Studies That’s Affordable & Flexible

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Earn Your BA in Human Development and Family Studies Online1

The dynamics of individuals and families, as well as how those dynamics grow and evolve over time, have long fascinated those interested in the social services. American Public University (APU) offers an online Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Family Studies that deeply examines human interaction and furthers your understanding of how families form and function within society.

APU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times.2 At APU, there are no entrance exams and classes start every month, so you can begin quickly and control your schedule. Ask us about transfer credit opportunities to help you save time and money in completing your degree.3


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HLC Accreditation

Part of American Public University System, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Ways to Save and Pay on Your Bachelor's

Explore your options to make learning affordable.

Scholarships and Loans
Scholarships are awards that do not need to be repaid. Loans do require repayment and come from banks, credit unions, credit cards, and private companies.
Federal Student Aid
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to see what you qualify for. Our advisors can answer questions about federal student aid.
Personal Funds
We accept MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover, ApplePay®, GooglePay®, PayPal®, and e-checks. You can also use our Automatic Debit Plan to spread out payments.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans and their families receive a tuition grant. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Eligible family members are parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents of veterans. Financial aid advisors help veterans navigate their education benefits too.
A Special Rate For Our Military
$250 Per Credit Hour*
APU gives all eligible undergraduate and master’s-level students a Preferred Military Rate.
University-Funded Grants
We offer a variety of tuition grants to help all achieve their academic goals. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate.
Employer Benefits
Does your employer offer tuition assistance? Some organizations have partnerships with us that provide tuition benefits.

* All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families, (parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents) are eligible for the Preferred Military Rate of $250/credit for undergraduate and master’s-level courses. The Preferred Military Rate, which is applied automatically, supersedes all other university grants and special rates, and cannot be combined with any other special promotions. Please note that a technology fee applies to master’s-level courses.

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$360
Per Credit Hour

Tuition for associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and undergraduate certificates. Request information to learn how you can save with one of our tuition grants.

$250
Per Credit Hour

For undergraduate and master’s-level programs with APU’s Preferred Military Rate for eligible students.7

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Ebooks

We provide no-cost ebooks for all undergraduates.

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Transfer Credit Evaluation

APU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.8

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Application Fee

There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

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Why You Should Earn This Bachelor's From APU

Comprehensive Curriculum

The influence of environmental factors is a focus area in this program’s examination of human interaction. Coursework includes lifespan development, human sexuality, child and adolescent development, parenting, and family communications.

Practical Approach

You will have opportunities to apply your learning through hands-on activities, which have included interviewing older adults about aging, preparing a parenting class brochure, and developing a preschool lesson plan.

Research Focus

This program introduces you to the purpose and techniques used in social research. Your studies conclude with a senior seminar involving extensive research, challenging you to synthesize scholarly and professional resources to demonstrate your mastery of the discipline.

Certification Preparation

This program can prepare you to pursue becoming a Certified Family Life Educator, Certified Child Life Specialist, or earning the Child Development Associate Credential. (Please note, this program does not award professional licensure and does not qualify you to apply for teaching licensure.)

Professional Aspirations?

Individual states and/or professional organizations often require additional hands-on training or site visitation not provided by our University. It is your responsibility to become familiar with all licensure/certification requirements in the state in which you plan to seek employment or from the certification body. Request information to learn more.

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