B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, Family and Consumer Sciences
The Family and Consumer Sciences – Family and Consumer Sciences major at Colorado State University provides students with a focus on family and consumer well-being, growth and development of family members, and the relationship of households to their environment.
Quick Facts
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| Full-time Duration: |
4 years |
| Starting in: |
January, August |
| Tuition Fee: |
$32,734 per year |
| Location: |
Fort Collins, CO, United States |
The Family and Consumer Sciences – Family and Consumer Sciences major at Colorado State University is interdisciplinary, bringing together coursework in human development, family studies, nutrition and foods, consumer sciences, personal finance, apparel and textiles, design and merchandising, and health and wellness.
It is highly recommended that students participate in internships, volunteer activities, or cooperative extension opportunities to enhance their experiences and development. Graduates who seek advanced degrees often attain higher-level professional positions.
Potential Occupations
Graduates’ career opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Cooperative extension/agent
- Consumer information specialist
- Program development
- Consultant
- Product representative
- Customer service specialist
- Writer/developer of informational or educational materials
- Governmental, community, and non-profit agency worker
