| CDFS 110 | Families Across the Life Span | 3 |
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
CDFS 210 | Introduction to Parenting | |
CDFS 211 | Infant Development | |
CDFS 212 | Development in Early and Middle Childhood | |
| Select three of the following: | 9 | |
CDFS 316 | Child Development Practicum | |
CDFS 412 | Adolescent Development | |
CDFS 413 | Stress in Families | |
CDFS 414 | Adolescent Problems and Disorders | |
CDFS 415 | Family Interaction and Communication | |
CDFS 421 | Child Care Center Administration | |
CDFS 422 | The Business of Child Care Management and Financial Strategies | |
CDFS 430 | Best Practices in Pre-K Movement | |
| Total Hours | 18 |

Bachelor of Child Development and Family Studies at West Virginia University
The Child Development and Family Studies at West Virginia University is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered online at the Online campus in Morgantown , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 16, 2027.
About Bachelor of Child Development and Family Studies
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Child Development and Family Studies at West Virginia University
Entry Requirements
- Must have at least a 2.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale for general admission.
- Must meet English Proficiency or request conditional admission and admission to the Intensive English Program (IEP).
- Please be advised that some Engineering majors may reach capacity and therefore will be restricted from entry.
- For direct admission to some colleges and majors, SAT or ACT scores are required and must be sent to WVU directly from the respective testing services. Please review the program requirements. For all other majors, international students are encouraged but not required to submit SAT or ACT scores, if available. SAT/ACT scores are useful for determining scholarship eligibility.
- WVU welcomes applications from students with IGCSE and O-Level Certificates from an approved UK exam board for admissions consideration. We require a minimum of five subject passes, of which two must be English and Mathematics. The average of the grades must be at least a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale). A passing grade in the subject of English will be accepted as evidence of sufficient English ability.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Child Development and Family Studies at West Virginia University
Application Fee 60
How to Apply for Bachelor of Child Development and Family Studies at West Virginia University
- Review the admissions requirements, English Language Proficiency requirements (scores are for undergraduate levels only) and our undergraduate application deadlines.
- To apply for an on-campus program, complete either the WVU Application or the Common App and include the nonrefundable fee of $65.
WVU Application The Common AppTo apply for an online program, use the steps for WVU Online Campus applicants.
- Have your Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic or Duolingo English Test scores sent to WVU.
- Send the following information to WVU:
- Copies of all official academic records/transcripts in original language of issue (transcripts from U.S. institutions must be sent to WVU directly from the institutions).
- Copies of all academic certificates or diplomas in original language of issue.
- English translations of academic records/transcripts and certificates/diplomas.
Bachelor of Child Development and Family Studies at West Virginia University

West Virginia University
United States of America, Morgantown