by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Massachusetts to review for the 2025 Best General Human Development & Family Studies Schools in Massachusetts ranking.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
The human development and family studies school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best General Human Development & Family Studies Schools in Massachusetts. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the human development and family studies degree levels they offer.
Merrimack College is a good option for students interested in a degree in general human development & family studies. Merrimack is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit college located in the large suburb of North Andover.More information about a degree in general human development & family studies from Merrimack College
Explore all the Best General Human Development & Family Studies Colleges in the New England Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 538 | 194 |
| Rhode Island | 436 | 137 |
| Maine | 396 | 47 |
| New Hampshire | 395 | 89 |
| Vermont | 352 | 23 |
General Human Development & Family Studies is one of 10 different types of Human Development & Family Studies programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Child Development | 128 |
| Child Care Provider/Assistant | 67 |
| Child Care & Support Services Management | 64 |
| Other Human Development, Family Studies, & Related Services | 28 |
| Developmental Services Worker | 25 |
| Family & Community Services | 13 |
| Adult Development & Aging | 12 |
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