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Family, Consumer & Human Sciences at American University

Family, Consumer & Human Sciences at American University

If you plan to study Family, Consumer & Human Sciences, consider the program at American University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.

American University is in Washington, DC.

Online & Distance Learning at American University

Many students take online classes at American University. Of 12,321 students, 895 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.

Family, Consumer & Human Sciences Rankings at American University

Use these rankings to compare American University’s Family, Consumer & Human Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.

Master’s-Level Rankings

Ranking Scope Rank
Best Schools (Quality) District Of Columbia #2 of 3
Best Value District Of Columbia #2 of 3
Best Schools (Quality) Middle Atlantic (Region) #20 of 58
Best Value Middle Atlantic (Region) #57 of 58
Best Schools (Quality) Nationwide #116 of 618
Best Value Nationwide #613 of 619

Earnings for Family, Consumer & Human Sciences Graduates from American University

Students who complete American University’s Family, Consumer & Human Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):

Years After Graduation Median Earnings
1 year $49,550

Highest-Paying Careers for Family, Consumer & Human Sciences Graduates

Students who finish Family, Consumer & Human Sciences program at American University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Family, Consumer & Human Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:

Occupation Nationwide Median Wage
Food Service Managers $165,782
Facilities Managers $157,669
Dietetic Technicians $137,981
Dietitians and Nutritionists $125,305
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $124,518
Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products $111,183
Security Managers $104,128
Public Relations Specialists $103,749
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary $99,604
Teaching Assistants, Special Education $96,801

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