Master in Gerontology / Management of Aging Services
University of Massachusetts-Boston

Program Details

UMass Boston prepares students for leadership roles with its Master in Gerontology / Management of Aging Services degree. This rapidly growing field requires new leaders in aging services. Designed for working professionals, the program helps students to advance in their field or to change careers.

Expert faculty impart practical skills and in-depth knowledge in gerontology. Besides core courses, you can choose from electives such as:

  • Aging and the economy
  • Psychological impact of aging
  • Leadership and ethics in aging services
  • Introduction to senior transportation

Graduates apply their skills in a variety of occupations from advocacy, aging policy, financial services, nonprofit management, care management, marketing, housing, and more. 

As a way to test the waters in this online gerontological program, many students opt to take a course or two before committing to the degree. The university encourages this introductory step to make sure the program is a good fit for your needs. 

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Massachusetts-Boston is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent