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Family Studies and Human Development

University of Guelph

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Deadlines

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  • OUAC. Ontario high schools report midterm/final 4U/M grades

    2027 entry

    School deadline, not a student task. Universities receive these grades by November 26. Verbatim: "Deadline for the OUAC to receive all midterm or final grades available for 4U/M courses from Ontario high schools. Schools may report in-progress grades for full-year courses as soon as they are available." Universities receive these by the target date of November 26, 2026. This is a deadline on the high school, not on the student, but it governs which grades a university sees in the first round.

    Official deadline
Other deadline details
No single OUAC deadline, deadlines are set by each university and sometimes by programOUAC Undergraduate application, applicants who are not Ontario high school students (Group B)2026 entry
  • No single OUAC deadline, deadlines are set by each university and sometimes by program
  • No single OUAC deadline
  • University, program, transcript, portfolio, interview, and audition dates still apply
Full source wording

Verbatim: "There is no specific Undergraduate application deadline if you are a Group B applicant. Deadlines vary at each university and sometimes depend on the program. Visit the university websites or contact the universities directly for their deadlines. If you are interested in a program but the deadline has passed, you may contact the university's admission office for help. Be aware of university-specific deadlines for submitting transcripts and portfolios, if required, and for arranging interviews and auditions. You must ensure the OUAC has enough time to process your choices before the universities' program deadlines." OUAC defines Group B as anyone who does not meet the Group A criteria, e.g. not currently taking an Ontario high school course, a Canadian outside Ontario, an international applicant, a postsecondary transfer student, or a mature applicant.

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Requirements

Admission requirements

High-school prerequisites
  • ENG4UEnglish
  • One Grade 12 university-preparation mathematics course
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
  • 4 other Grade 12 university- or mixed-preparation courses.
Guelph Ontario requirements · Family Studies and Human Development
Application steps

Entry terms · Fall 2027

High-school entry

OUAC Fall 2027 Guelph application dates
  1. Step 1Check the admission requirements
    • Check the published entry route for your applicant category.
    Guelph Ontario requirements · Family Studies and Human DevelopmentGuelph Ontario requirements · Family Studies and Human Development
  2. Step 2Apply through OUAC
    • Create your application and select this program.
    OUACOUAC
  3. Step 3Secondary records and all postsecondary transcripts
    • Provide the applicable school diploma or equivalent, secondary school marks and official records for all attempted postsecondary academic work. Official transcripts must come directly from the issuing institution. Any supplementary information requested for your application must also be submitted.
    Guelph undergraduate calendar: submission of documentsGuelph undergraduate calendar: submission of documents
  4. Step 4Apply through OUAC using GFD.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
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  5. Step 5Follow the applicant portal for transcripts and other applicable documents.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
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Degree requirements

Credits and degree requirements
  • Complete at least 20.00 credits.
ReferencesGuelph Family Studies and Human Development academic calendar
Required courses and electives
  • Use restricted electives to develop interests within family studies and human development.
ReferencesGuelph Family Studies and Human Development academic calendar

Program facts

Entering average~75–80%
Guelph Ontario requirements · Family Studies and Human Development
Work experiencePracticum placements include up to 336 hours of practical experience.
Guelph Family Studies and Human Development academic calendarCheck work experience options

Courses

Regular honours course sequence in the current academic calendar. Choose electives and alternatives as indicated.

Semester 13 listed

1.00 electives or restricted electives.

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Semester 23 listed

1.00 electives or restricted electives.

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Semester 33 listed

1.00 electives or restricted electives.

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Semester 44 listed

0.50 electives or restricted electives.

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Semester 54 listed
Guelph Family Studies and Human Development academic calendar
Semester 61 listed

2.00 electives or restricted electives.

  • FRHD*3040Parenting and Intergenerational Relationships0.5 credits
    Guelph FRHD*3040
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Semester 72 listed

1.50 electives or restricted electives.

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Semester 84 listed

1.50 electives or restricted electives. Select 0.50 credits from the following:.

Guelph Family Studies and Human Development academic calendar

Careers

Career sectors

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  • Community-based services
Career sectorsGuelph Child Studies and Family Studies career pathways
Scope and qualifications

The department links to further study in social work, teaching and allied health.

Costs

Family Studies and Human Development · Arts & Science rate

Published cost estimate

2026–27 Canadian · 2027–28 international · Canadian per semester · International per year · CAD

Ontario example · Choose your category

Tuition$3,106.37
Books and suppliesUnpublished
Residence
Not estimated
Meal plan
Not estimated
Estimated subtotalNot available

Canadian rates cover one semester with at least 2.00 credits. The 2027–28 international rate covers the academic year for new students. Incidental fees are separate.

Housing and meals are outside this estimate.

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