Discover HHD
Earn an undergraduate degree in the College of Health and Human Development — and turn your passion into action
With an array of undergraduate degree options available through eight academic departments, the Penn State College of Health and Human Development offers multidisciplinary programs that can be customized to match your individual passions and specific plans for work or graduate study.
Explore our majors and start with what interests you
Our majors combine health, science, and human behavior, giving you multiple paths toward careers in healthcare, research, business, policy, and more. Our approach to undergraduate education provides you with great opportunities to combine your interests in health and life sciences, social and behavioral sciences, management and business, and leadership in unique ways.
Your experience goes beyond the classroom with Engaged Learning opportunities
Engaged Learning refers to the curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular experiences provided to enhance students' academic, personal, and professional development outside of the classroom. There are plenty of opportunities for student involvement in hands-on and practical applications of classroom knowledge in real-world settings.
Study Abroad
Study Abroad
Experiences abroad can lead to some of the most transformational moments in a person's life. By immersing themselves in a different culture for a few weeks, a semester, or an academic year, students are encouraged to broaden their perspectives and appreciate the diversity of the global community.
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Undergraduate Research
Undergraduate Research
College is a time of exploration and discovery. By conducting research with faculty or individually, students have the opportunity to develop and disseminate new knowledge in an area of interest to them.
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Career and Professional Development
Career and Professional Development
All students have the capacity for leadership and success in their chosen field with the appropriate guidance and support. Through workshops, specially designed programs, and alumni mentoring, students leave Penn State well-equipped and empowered to embrace both career and leadership responsibilities.
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Service and Civic Engagement
Service and Civic Engagement
HHD students are often referred to as "the helpers," the ones who want to contribute to the betterment of the human experience. Participating in service learning is one way for students to get involved in the local community.
Learn how to get involvedEnrich your academic experience
Take your degree further with degrees or certificates that deepen your knowledge, expand your skills, and help you stand out after graduation.
Support and connections for your success
From academic guidance to community and mentorship, you’ll have the support and connections you need to navigate your college experience with confidence.
Ready to take the next step?
Whatever your interests, whichever direction you want to go—business, science, medicine, healthcare, social science—the Penn State College of Health and Human Development has programs and options that lead to a future where you can do good work, and work while doing good.