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The Transition to Adulthood

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
MoWeFr noon – 12:50p.m.
McCormack M02-0621 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
Time
MoWeFr noon – 12:50p.m.
Location
McCormack M02-0621
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (guest students)

Description

The goal of this course is to examine the individual, socio-demographic and policy factors that have given rise to this new developmental stage of "emerging adulthood." Students will examine theories and research related to the stage of emerging adulthood with a focus on the ways in which context shapes development. Context includes both micro and macro-level influences on emerging adulthood (e.g., sociohistorical context, race/ethnicity, gender, and economic conditions). The topics include: historical comparisons of emerging adulthood; cultural, ethnic, and gender identity; family and romantic relationships; friendships; and education and career choices.

Prerequisites

PSYCH 201 and either PSYCH 241/341 or PSYCH 242/342

This course is closed for registration.

Course Details