Human Sciences

Program Description

The Graduate Programs in Human Sciences provide advanced, professional education and research expertise that focuses on improving individual, family, and community well-being. The programs in Human Sciences offers specializations in Adult Development in the Workplace, Family and Community Services, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Financial Planning for Family and Farm, and Merchandising. The program also offers Graduate certificates in Financial and Housing Counseling, Financial Planning for Family and Farm, and Merchandising. 

Many program options are offered online through the GPIdea consortium of eleven Land-Grant institutions located in the Midwest. Students take course work from most or all institutions including: North Dakota State University, South Dakota State University, Montana State University, Iowa State University, University of Nebraska, Kansas State University, Oklahoma State University, Texas Tech, Michigan State University, University of Missouri, and Colorado State University. All courses are delivered via distance education. The degree granted is the Master of Science in Human Sciences. Masters students learn to use data for insight, improvement, and innovation. Their preparation makes them more aware, flexible, and proactive toward rapidly changing consumer profiles so that they will deliver an improved customer experience.