Consumer Sciences

Welcome to the Department of Consumer Sciences

Developing future business professionals and community leaders.

The Consumer Sciences Department provides undergraduate programs in Aviation, Consumer Affairs, Fashion Studies & Retail Merchandising, Hospitality Management, and Leadership & Management of Nonprofit Organizations, as well as, a number of supporting minors and two graduate programs. We also house two South Dakota State University Extension Programs and several staff members who support our efforts.

To indicate your interest in one of our programs, please contact the program leader for more information. We would be happy to visit with you about your interests and career goals.  

Aviation (B.S.)

Consumer Affairs (B.S.) - Family Financial Management Specialization

Fashion Studies & Retail Merchandising (B.S.)

Consumer Affairs (B.S.) - Consumer Services Management

Hospitality Management (B.S.)

Leadership & Management of Nonprofit Organizations (B.S.)

Human Science - Family Financial Planning (M.S.)

Merchandising (M.S.)

Leadership Minor

Leadership & Management of Nonprofit Organizations

Financial Counseling Minor

Events & Facilities Administration Minor