Step 1 – Submit an Application for Admission
Freshman applicants have two ways to apply:
1) NSU Shark Select International Application, or
2) The Common Application
Step 2 – Submit Secondary School/Post-Secondary Credentials
You will need to send original or certified copies of your home country’s credentials as part of your application. You must also submit a copy of any terminating or qualifying examination results or certificates if applicable.
Students who have earned CXC or O-level certificates, HSC, BGCSE and CAPE must provide five passing scores in academic subjects and proof of secondary school completion.
All documents written in a foreign language must be accompanied by a notarized/certified English translation. Please note that both documents are required—the original in your first language and the English translation.
Please see “Examinations” for possible college credit for certain examinations.
For students with Post-Secondary Credentials (Transfer Students)
If your university course work was completed outside of the United States, you must have your transcript evaluated by a NACES accredited organization. A list of these organizations can be found at http://naces.org/members.html. Please ensure the degree and course equivalencies along with the grade point average (GPA) are included in the evaluation.
Step 3 – Submit Proof of English Language Proficiency
We require proof of English proficiency from ALL student unless they are from these countries – Commonwealth Caribbean, Bermuda, Canada, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, Australia or New Zealand. Exceptions can be made with Skype interviews.
Students for whom their high school education was NOT at an English speaking institution or for whom English is NOT their native language, must be able to demonstrate adequate English skills by submitting one of the following:
Proof of English language proficiency with a passing score on one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 79 on the Internet-based test
International English Language Testing System (IELTS*): 6.0 or higher on the test module
Duolingo Test of English: 105 or higher
Pearson Test of English-Academic (PTE Academic): Overall score of 54 or higher
iTep Academic (International Test of English Proficiency): Overall score of 3.9 or higher
Passing Level 9 from TALK International
Completion and passing of ELS Level 112 Intensive Program English for Academic Purposes
SAT verbal scores of 520 or above, or ACT English score of 20
The B.S. in Child Development prepares students with a working knowledge of typical and atypical development from birth through adolescence, and an understanding of the influence of familial, cultural, socioeconomic, and other factors on developmental progression and child and adolescent well-being. Emphasis is placed on the application of evidence-based practices to support child health and safety and to promote positive developmental, educational, and psychological outcomes. This program is designed to meet the needs of students interested in working with children in a human services or child care and education program setting once they graduate and/or would like to pursue graduate studies in fields including but not limited to, developmental disabilities, child protection, child advocacy, education, and counseling/psychology.
What you'll study
Infants and young children experience life differently than older children. Learn how to assess their progress, meet special needs, and apply developmental research to enhance their lives. With a major in child development, you'll investigate parenting, literacy, and psychosocial development. An advanced senior year seminar will inspire you to research, examine, and analyze current and relevant issues that affect young children and their families.
How you'll learn more
Take advantage of one of the nation's best resources devoted to early childhood: NSU's Mailman Segal Center for Human Development. Gain insights from the latest research on autism and other challenges, and connect with NSU and community resources that support childhood health. While at NSU, consider earning the national Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential from the Council for Professional Recognition.
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Graduates of the child development program can pursue a variety of different careers. The program is designed to meet the needs of students interested in working directly with children and their families in a human services or child care and education program setting once they graduate and/or would like to pursue graduate studies in fields including but not limited to, developmental disabilities, child protection, child advocacy, education, and counseling/psychology.
Student Health Insurance Fee: 2146 USD per year
