College of Human Sciences
"Improving and enhancing the human condition."

Linda C. Hoover, Ph.D. Dean Office of the Dean 142 Human Sciences Box 41162, Lubbock, TX 79409-1162 T 806.742.3031 F 806.742.1849 www.hs.ttu.edu hs.advising@ttu.edu

Quick Links General Information: About the College Undergraduate Program Graduate Program Departments: Applied and Professional Studies Design Human Development and Family Studies Nutrition, Hospitality, and Retailing

About the College

Mission Statement. The College of Human Sciences provides multidisciplinary education, research, and service focused on individuals, families, and their environments for the purpose of improving and enhancing the human condition.

Overview. Texas Tech human sciences programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels are innovative in focus, relevant to the needs of a rapidly changing society, and designed to prepare professionals for employment in broad career options.

The College of Human Sciences is a professional college, requiring the highest expectations for its graduates. College programs are accredited by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and seven other national accrediting agencies. Additionally, the college offers courses of significance to the general and professional education of students majoring in other colleges and provides continuing education for professionals in fields related to human sciences.

Degree Programs. Most undergraduate degree programs lead to the Bachelor of Science degree. Majors offered for all programs within the college include the following:

• Apparel Design and Manufacturing
• Community, Family, and Addiction Services
• Early Childhood
• Family and Consumer Sciences
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Interior Design
• Nutritional Sciences
• Personal Financial Planning
• Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management
• Retailing

For additional information about undergraduate degree programs in the various departments, use the links above and/or contact the office of Academic Advising Services in 159 Human Sciences 806.742.1180.

The college offers a dynamic curriculum, a well-qualified faculty, outstanding facilities, and a commitment to excellence. In addition to undergraduate majors, the college offers the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees with majors in all departments. Specific information regarding graduate degrees may be found in the Graduate Program sections.Back to Top