At Empire State University, our Human Development programs empower you to understand how people grow, learn, and change throughout life.
Whether you're just starting with an associate degree or pursuing a bachelor's in human development,
you’ll explore the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of individuals
from childhood through later life. With flexible, fully online options, you can tailor
your studies to your career goals, whether that's in counseling, education, health care, or nonprofit work. SUNY Empire’s individualized approach means your education fits your life.
Next term starts
Fall 2025
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The deadline for the Fall 2025 term is August 1. How to Apply
From social services to education and beyond, SUNY Empire prepares you for careers where people matter most. Possible careers include:
We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to a degree in human development as smooth as possible. Our dedicated advisors provide the guidance and information you need to make confident choices and move closer to your goals.
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Put your past experience toward your degree. Use transfer credits, work experience, or life skills to get a head start, save money, and earn your degree faster.
Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term!
Next start term
Fall 2025
Deadline to apply
August 1
Start Your Degree
as soon as September 2, 2025.
Our faculty bring decades of experience in human development and are here to support you every step of the way. They won’t just help you earn your online human development degree; they’ll inspire you to explore how people grow and change, think deeply about social and emotional development, and build the skills to thrive in careers like counseling, education, health care, and more.
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