Overview

The Family and Community Services programme at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides a comprehensive master's level education designed for those dedicated to supporting individuals and families. This 100% online degree equips students with the research-based perspectives necessary to understand complex community dynamics across the lifespan.

Delivered through the College of Education and Human Sciences, the curriculum focuses on the design, implementation, and sustainability of vital social services. Students develop essential leadership skills to manage diverse programmes in a global society while maintaining a strong commitment to professional and ethical responsibility.

Why Family and Community Services at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

This programme is offered in collaboration with seven other institutions as part of the Innovative Digital Education Alliance (IDEA). While the University of Nebraska-Lincoln serves as the home institution for tuition and graduation, students benefit from the expertise of faculty from across the nation.

The partnership allows for a unique, multi-institutional learning environment that provides maximum flexibility for working professionals. Students gain access to a broad network of academic resources and diverse perspectives on family policy, grant development, and poverty, all while studying at their own pace.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 22198 per year
National fee: USD 22198 per year
Local fee: USD 8950 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 36 credit hours, including core requirements and elective options. Modules may include:

Crises Across the Lifespan
Family Dynamics
Family Resource Management
Family and Community Services
Interpersonal Relationships
Lifespan Development
Parenting Education
Administration and Program Management
Program Design, Evaluation and Implementation
Resilience in Families
Nongovernmental Organizations and Families
Families in Poverty
Grant Development & Management
Family Policy

Careers with Family and Community Services

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles within public, private, and non-profit sectors. Many find employment in county extension offices, family advocacy programmes, and child development centres. The degree also supports careers in military community services and emergency shelters.

Common professional environments for alumni include consumer credit counselling services, crisis centres, and social service agencies. The programme's focus on program evaluation and management ensures that graduates can effectively lead organisations that empower families during times of transition or stress.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Crises Across the Lifespan
Foundations and Principles in Family and Community Services
Lifespan Development
Family Dynamics
Administration and Program Management-FAM
Resilience in Families

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Lincoln, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Transcripts and/or mark sheets showing the grades earned in each course

A diploma or certificate of graduation. (Not required if the transcript includes the name of the degree and the date it was conferred.)

The Diploma Supplement, if the degree is Bologna-compliant

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

22198 USD / year

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Out-of-State

22198 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

8950 USD / year

≈ 8950 USD / year

Funding

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