Human Environmental Sciences
Human Environmental Sciences addresses human needs and enhances individual and family life in a diverse and global society by conducting advanced research. HES faculty have earned national and international research reputations while building programs that are valued by private citizens, government, business and industry, and human services agencies. The College has more than 400 graduate students enrolled in a variety of master’s and doctoral degrees and graduate certificate programs. Online study is available in several disciplinary areas.
Degrees Offered
Human Environmental Sciences with Architectural Studies Emphasis, Doctor of Philosophy
100% Online On Campus
Admission Criteria
Fall deadline: January 15
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
Minimum English Proficiency Requirements
| Test Type | Total Score | Reading | Listening | Speaking | Writing |
| TOEFL Internet-based | 80 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| TOEFL Paper-based | 550 | 52 | 52 | N/A | 52 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Architectural Studies Program
- Statement of graduate goals and educational objectives discussing: which of the department’s emphasis areas of interest; intentions regarding PhD; and request for a specific advisor (upload to the Graduate School online application).
- 3 letters of recommendation (excluding MU Architectural Studies faculty). Can be submitted through the Graduate School online application.
- Portfolio (Required for applicants with background in design)
- Resume/CV
Human Environmental Sciences with Human Development & Family Studies Emphasis, Doctor of Philosophy
On Campus
For more information about the PhD program, please visit: http://hdfs.missouri.edu/phd.html
Admission criteria for campus programs
Fall deadline: December 15
Spring deadline: November 1
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 for last 60 hours
Minimum English Proficiency Requirements
| Test Type | Total Score | Reading | Listening | Speaking | Writing |
| TOEFL Internet -based | 80 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| TOEFL Paper-based | 550 | 54 | 54 | NA | 54 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Minimum GRE Scores*
| Test Type | Verbal | Quantitative | Analytical |
| GRE | 50th Percentile | 50th Percentile | 50th Percentile |
* Some exceptions are made.
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Human Development and Family Science Program
- Transcripts of all college credit
- 3 letters of recommendation from people who can speak to applicant’s potential to do graduate work (e.g., professors, advisors)
- Statement of Purpose (Personal statement)
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Official TOEFL examination scores (International students only)
- Official GRE scores (University Code: 6875)
HDFS uses a paperless application system, so please scan and upload all documents to the Graduate School online application system.
Human Environmental Sciences with Personal Financial Planning Emphasis, Doctor of Philosophy
On Campus
Admission Criteria
Fall deadline: April 1 (February 1 for assistantship application)
Spring deadline: October 1
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
Minimum English Proficiency Requirements
| Test Type | Total Score | Reading | Listening | Speaking | Writing |
| TOEFL Internet-based | 80 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| TOEFL Paper-based | 550 | 52 | 52 | N/A | 52 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Personal Financial Planning Program
- 3 letters of recommendation
- GRE or GMAT scores
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcripts
- Resume
Human Environmental Sciences with Textile and Apparel Management Emphasis, Doctor of Philosophy
On Campus
About Textile & Apparel Management Programs
Graduate programs in textile and apparel management offer the following areas of study: apparel product development and manufacturing; apparel marketing and merchandising; e-commerce, global sourcing and supply chain management, economic/trade issues related to textile and apparel; historical and cultural aspects of textiles and dress; and consumer marketplace concerns.
Degrees Offered
PhD in human environmental sciences with an emphasis area in textile and apparel management.
Admission Criteria
Fall deadline: January 15 for early financial support considerations
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in textile and apparel management or related field. Those with unrelated majors will need to do make-up work.
Minimum English Proficiency Requirements
| Test Type | Total Score | Reading | Listening | Speaking | Writing |
| TOEFL Internet-based | 80 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| TOEFL Paper-based | 550 | 52 | 52 | N/A | 52 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Textile and Apparel Management Program
- Statement of professional objectives
- Departmental application (built into the Graduate School application)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from every college or University you have attended
- GRE Scores
- Latest vitae or resume
- Digital portfolio is required for Apparel Design applicants. (Upload it to the Portfolio section)
- Writing sample (optional)
- Two-minute video to show about who you are, why you want to pursue graduate degrees, and what your career goals are (Upload it to the Portfolio section)
- TOEFL scores if international student