Program Details
Prepare to work with older adults with the Master of Science in Applied Aging Sciences. This online gerontology degree features a core curriculum focusing on applied practices along with elective courses chosen by the student to fit their career goals and interests.
In this program, students will apply research on aging to current problems in society. Courses examine various clinical and policy issues related to the aging population. Graduates can use their education and experience to confidently lead community programs, government agencies, and private sector initiatives serving older adults.
Some of the elective courses students can choose from include:
- Elder Abuse Assessment and Intervention
- Aging and Mental Disorders
- Assisted Living Facility Management
- Health, Ethnicity, and Aging
% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
University of South Florida is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
GREApplication Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- GRE waiver for eligible applicants