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.

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

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

113 SCH

113-120

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamden, United States

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

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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.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

54780 USD / year

≈ 54780 USD / year
Out-of-State

54780 USD / year

≈ 54780 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

54780 USD / year

≈ 54780 USD / year

Living costs

Hamden

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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Learning outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Tuition Fees

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