Overview

Gerontology at Quinnipiac University equips you with the expertise to investigate and respond to the unique social and biological issues facing aging populations and their families. You’ll work privately with seniors, or in elder care facilities, retirement homes and hospitals to ensure that their physical and emotional needs are met. The gerontology major also paves the way to graduate study in such fields as social work, nursing or other health-related occupations, law and public health.

Learning outcomes

Gerontology majors choose careers as activity directors, counselors and care managers, or assist seniors and their families in finding social service programs and other resources. Your research could affect public opinion and persuade legislators to effectively address the needs of the elderly. At times, genuine companionship is the greatest service you’ll provide.

Two semester-long internships allow you to work directly with seniors in settings such as retirement complexes, assisted-living facilities, hospitals and nursing homes. This experience positions you for employment upon graduation in an environment that matches your career goals.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

From College to Career

Sociology of the Aged

Adult Development Psychology

Research Methods

Biology of Aging

Studying Social Issues with Statistics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

113 SCH

113-120

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts from all colleges attended, whether or not grades were earned
Secondary school transcript with graduation date, unless an associate’s degree was earned
Advanced placement transcripts
International baccalaureate transcripts; International students should send official transcripts to World Education Services (WES) for certification and evaluation of credit and request that Quinnipiac University receive the results.

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Tuition Fee

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International

52670 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 52670 USD per year during 48 months.
National

52670 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 52670 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

52670 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 52670 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Hamden

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

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Living costs for Hamden

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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