Child, Adolescent, & Advocacy Studies Department
The Child, Adolescent, & Advocacy Studies Department at Winona State University offers a minor and master’s degree program that prepares students for careers working with children.
Programs
Child Advocacy Studies Minor
Become an educator and professional advocate for healthy children and families.
The Child Advocacy Studies minor is offered entirely online and can be combined with many undergraduate majors.
Child & Adolescent Studies Master’s Degree
In this online graduate degree, you’ll learn about current issues, trends, and policies impacting child and adolescent rights.
You’ll also grow in your professional helping field and become an informed child advocate.
Begin taking classes for the Child & Adolescent Studies master’s degree in Fall 2026.
In addition to the information you’ll need to provide in your application, you must submit the following materials:
- Resume
- 3 Recommendations
- Personal Statement: In 2-5 pages (using 12-point font), discuss what you hope to gain from this program. Also explain how you envision the program will contribute to your professional growth and career aspirations.
Child & Adolescent Studies applicants should complete the general GradCAS application.
Learn more about how to apply to WSU Graduate Studies.
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