Bachelor in Human Services (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the Bachelor of Science in Human Services is $425 per credit hour for in-state students and $525 per credit hour for out-of-state students..

This programme prepares students for careers in social services, mental health, and community support roles. It emphasizes practical experience through internships and fieldwork starting in the first year. Students engage in research, case studies, and real-world applications of human services theories. The curriculum integrates psychological and social service principles with direct client interaction.

Focus areas include Psychology, Social Work, Thanatology, Industrial Organizational Psychology.

The programme requires 120 credits, including 450 hours of field internship experience. Coursework combines classroom study with applied practice in community agencies and mental health settings.

Graduates enter roles in community outreach, mental health support, case management, and grief counseling within nonprofit organizations, healthcare facilities, and social service agencies.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submit official transcripts and a personal statement as part of the application.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus and online options available. Full-time and part-time study paths. Typical duration is four years for full-time students. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 67% of applicants.

Marian University grew from the vision of the Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, Indiana, and continues a Catholic Franciscan mission focused on preparing transformative leaders for service. It is the nation’s first Franciscan research university and Indianapolis’ only Catholic university. Students can choose from more than 40 degree options, ranging from two-year associate programs and bachelor’s degrees to graduate study and medical school.

Academic areas include arts and sciences, business, education, engineering, community and health science, nursing, and osteopathic medicine. Students take the lead in research projects that address real-world challenges, with faculty guidance across science laboratories and community initiatives. Learning also extends through local and global service opportunities, leadership development, and preparation for careers in research, industry, and other professional fields.

The main campus is in Indianapolis, ten minutes from downtown, with classrooms, residence halls, athletic fields, and the Michael A. Evans Center for Health Sciences. Marian also operates a Plymouth location in northern Indiana and offers flexible online programs. International students should know that Franciscan values are presented as open to students of all faiths, creeds, and beliefs. The university combines academic study with service, personal development, and community participation.