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Child Development & Family Science
Michaelsen 100
(509) 963-2766
Amy.Claridge@cwu.edu
How to Apply
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
Major in Family Science or Child Development
Students wishing to declare a major in Family Science or Child Development must be incoming first-year or transfer students or have a cumulative CWU GPA of 2.8.
Major in Child Life
Students wishing to declare a major in Child Life must be incoming first-year or transfer students or have a cumulative CWU GPA of 3.0.
Minor in Family Science or Child Development
Students wishing to declare a minor in Family Science or Child Development must be incoming first-year or transfer students or have a cumulative CWU GPA of 2.5.
How to Apply
To apply for a major, minor, or certificate, complete the application form and send it to Dr. Amy Claridge to complete the declaration process and be assigned an advisor.
Major Graduation Requirements
All Child Development and Family Science majors must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher to remain in the major and must earn a “C” or higher in all courses used to satisfy the major.
Graduate Admission
Review admission requirements, and apply through the Graduate Studies website.
For additional information, contact Dr. Amy Claridge.
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