International Year One - Undergraduate Pathway - General (1-Semester Pathway) Transfer to Bachelor of Arts - Family and Consumer Sciences - General

International Year One is a supportive program that allows students to earn credits towards their degree while receiving additional academic, cultural and language support customized for international students.

Upon successful completion of the Pathway program and meeting university requirements for undergraduate admission, you may enter your next semester of study at Illinois State University.

Bachelor of Arts - Family and Consumer Sciences

Welcome to the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) at Illinois State University! The department offers applied fields of study focused on enhancing the lives of individuals, their families, and communities.

Family and Consumer Sciences, like Illinois State University, provides a small-college atmosphere combined with large-university opportunities. Faculty members are available to provide individualized attention both in and out of the classroom to promote learning and scholarship. They encourage students to take advantage of opportunities to learn outside of the classroom by promoting civic engagement and diversity. Each area within the department has active student clubs where students can learn more about their field and develop their leadership skills.