Master of Science – Youth Development Leadership
An Online Program
The Master of Science in Youth Development Leadership Program is designed to equip students with the competencies, knowledge, and skills to help young people develop into healthy, competent, coping and contributing citizens. The program prepares students to address issues facing youth in the context of family and community with an emphasis on positive outcomes through a dynamic learning environment. Weekly synchronous online class time is scheduled in each course. Admission Requirements: A complete application packet should include: • Proof of a baccalaureate degree with a minimum grade-point ratio of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale • Application available online at www.grad.clemson.edu • Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate work • An acceptable score on the Graduate Record Examination, GRE (www.gre.org) • A letter of intent • Two letters of reference • Experience in the field of youth development is preferred Program Requirements: The Master of Science in Youth Development requires 36 semester hours of coursework. The 2-year Master of Science degree program is designed to prepare leaders to build the capacity for youth to successfully act within their families and communities by equipping them with the knowledge and skills related to: • Principles and Best Practices in Youth Development • Child and Adolescent Development • Developing Youth Programs • Family Intervention
Application Deadline: Accepted on a rolling basis with
• Leadership Skills Development • Grantsmanship • Assessment and Evaluation • Recruiting and Retaining Staff/Volunteers The course sequence for new students begins in January with an on-campus visit. Courses are scheduled to make it possible for students to complete their degree in two years. Certificate in Youth Development Leadership: A Certificate in Youth Development Leadership is also available. This certificate is designed to equip professionals with competencies that augment their bachelor’s degree in a related field. The Certificate Program requires a minimum of 12 graduate credit hours of course work while taking into consideration the student’s academic background and preparation. www. clemson.edu/hehd/departments/youthdevelopment/ certification.html. For additional information please contact Dr. Quinn or Mr. Brown.
The program has exceeded my expectations. It has challenged me to look at youth and youth development at a new level. I look forward to employing the knowledge that I have gained in the rewarding field of youth development. – CW, YDL Graduate
preference given to those who apply by October 1.
For Additional Information: Financial Aid www.clemson.edu/finaid Graduate Record Exam (GRE) www.ets.org/gre Graduate School Admissions www.grad.clemson.edu/Admissions.php MS-Youth Development Leadership www.clemson.edu/hehd/departments/youthdevelopment/ index.html Tuition and Fees www.grad.clemson.edu/programs/tuition.php University Center of Greenville www.UCgreenville.org
Contact Information: William Quinn, Ph.D. Program Director (864) 656-1501 wquinn@clemson.edu Keith Brown Student Services Coordinator (864) 656-5097 bkeith@clemson.edu
Clemson University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Bachelor’s, Master’s, Education Specialist, and Doctor’s degrees. Questions related to this accreditation should be directed to Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges, 1966 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097; phone 404-679-4501.