At the University of Wyoming, the Master of Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) focus is designed for professionals currently working in human services fields who would like further education. The university will prepare the students for their careers in research, teaching, direct service and outreach with individuals and families across the lifespan.

A Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score is considered in the admissions process, with a suggested minimum combined score on the Verbal and Quantitative sections of 291.

Other admission requirements are,

• Application form.
• A bachelor’s degree based on a four-year curriculum from an institution accredited by one of the regional associations of the Commission on Institution of Higher Education or equivalent.
• A grade point average of 3.0 or higher in the previous degree.
• Transcripts from all institutions attended.
• Names and contact information for at least 3 people who will provide letters of recommendation about the applicant’s preparedness and/or qualifications for the desired graduate degree program.
• A statement of intent that includes:
  – research interests
  – faculty member(s) the applicant is interested in working with
  – future goals related to the program of interest
  – why the applicant is seeking this degree
  – prior work related experience
• A brief resume or curriculum vitae.
• For international students whose native language is not English, a minimum TOEFL score of 76 or an official IELTS score of 6.5.
• International students must also provide evidence of adequate financial resources.

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