Program Details
Earn your gerontology degree online through this Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership/Gerontology program. The degree hosts a multidisciplinary curriculum, utilizing social and basic science disciplines. Studies will expose students to advanced topics, including but not limited to:
- Socio-cultural perspectives
- Aging policy issues
- Major gerontological theory
- And more
Become a leader in research through skills development in decision-making, research design, data analysis, and change management. The online gerontology degree prepares you for leadership careers in government, healthcare, and academic environments. Professional faculty bring real-world experience to lead this program. Courses are asynchronous, and the program is offered in 3-year and 4-year track formats.
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Concordia University – Chicago is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
GRE, MATApplication Requirements
Essay/Writing Sample, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent