BSc

Disability and Human Development

Learn more about studying Disability and Human Development as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    31,996USD
  • Start date
    Jan, May, Aug
  • University ranking
    #334

Program overview

What the University of Illinois at Chicago says about their program:

Taking an interdisciplinary approach, the program in disability and human development examines different societal aspects—health care, culture, politics, economics, history, legislation, education and social attitudes—that uniquely impact the experience and development of people living with disabilities.

In the coursework, disability is explored and understood through a social model that's based on history and culture. Under this formulation, disability is not inherent in the disabled person, but a result of sociocultural dynamics that occur in interactions between society, the environment and people with disabilities. In other words, Disability Studies’ subject matter is not simply human differences, but the meaning our society has historically made of those differences by constructing disability as inferior and a “lack” based on particular cultural norms.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Scholarships at University of Illinois at Chicago

  • UIC international scholarship resources

    Official page

    UIC provides financial aid and scholarship resources for international students and directs students to opportunities that may be open to nonresident or international status. Eligibility depends on each scholarship’s published criteria.

  • UIC SnAP scholarships

    Official page

    UIC’s scholarship application portal lists campus scholarship opportunities. International students may use the system to search for awards for which they meet the published criteria.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

University of Illinois at Chicago provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of Illinois at Chicago encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from US$28,718 to US$33,196 per year

  • Pathway programs

    from US$31,660 per program

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What is the cost of living near University of Illinois at Chicago?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,407
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,694
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$186
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$63
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$68
Monthly public transport pass$75
Monthly grocery basket$219· Chicago, Illinois average
Books and study supplies (monthly)$117
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$17
Gym membership$71

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and financialaid.uic.edu (University published).

Visa requirements for the University of Illinois at Chicago

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at University of Illinois at Chicago.

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