Family and Consumer Sciences
Graduate Program Vision Statement

MASTER OF SCIENCE
IN
FAMILY AND CONSUMER  SCIENCES

OBJECTIVES

Graduate curricula prepare each student for a career, citizenship, and personal living who:

• Is competent in the content studied

• Is competent in oral and written communication

• Understands role in a global and multicultural context

• Demonstrates professional behavior

• Is an independent, reflective learner

• Integrates theory, research, and practice

PROGRAM

The major objective of this program is to provide a master’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences to serve the population of Family and Consumer Sciences professionals.  While there is no required area of specialization, students may select an area of emphasis in one of the following areas:

Textiles and Merchandising
            Child and Family Studies
            Human Nutrition and Food

If the student chooses to specialize, the majority of course work will be in that discipline and related areas.  The student’s graduate committee, formed during the second semester or its credit equivalent, should consist of at least two graduate faculty members from the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences and one external member.

To apply you must complete the Graduate School requirements and three (3) additional items to the Department of Family & Consumer Sciences:

1. A statement of intent including: (1) your prior work related experience, and (2) your future goals related to the program you are applying to, and (3) why this degree may help you.

2. A brief resume or curriculum vitae.

3. Three letters of recommendation.

For additional information, contact:

Dr. Karen C. Williams Department Head Family and Consumer Sciences University of Wyoming Dept. 3354  Laramie, WY 82071 (307) 766-4145 (307) 766-5686 (FAX) fcs-consci@uwyo.edu

Dr. Don Roth Dean UW Graduate School University of Wyoming Dept. 3108 Laramie, WY 82071 (307) 766-2287 (307) 766-4042 (FAX) uwgrad@uwyo.edu

UW GRADUATE SCHOOL

UW Graduate Bulletin

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Plan A
Plan B

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
Graduate Assistantship Application
Graduate School Letter of Recommendation

Interdisciplinary Masters Degree Programs
Master of Science in Family and Consumer Science/Early Childhood Development
Master of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition