Overview

Gerontology from University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff include sociology, human sciences, social work, physical education and recreation and nursing. Candidates for the degree receive fundamental knowledge of aging processes, specialized training in a job-related area of gerontological geriatric service and experiential learning.

Quick Facts:

1. To provide a broad-based, multi-disciplinary academic program for students interested in careers in the field of aging.

2. To prepare students for the realities of the job market by providing experiential learning through practicum and the creation of the creation of job forums and career placement counselling.

3. To train persons employed in service-oriented programs for the elderly.

4. To recruit and train students for careers in gerontology, with an emphasis on minority students and those interested in working with the elderly in rural areas.

5. To maintain a link between training and research that focuses on assisting rural and minority elderly.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Gerontology

Biology and Psychology of Aging

Social Policy and Aging

Death and Dying

Health Care of the Older Adult

Case Management and Assessment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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More details

International students are advised to complete all aspects of the application process at least 60 days prior to the start date. National: one month prior.

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pine Bluff, United States

Disciplines

Gerontology View 40 other Bachelors in Gerontology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Formal application
High school transcript (six or seven semesters for preliminary admission)
Test information and scores (Official ACT/SAT Scores – minimum 15 ACT/810 SAT)
Shot record showing two doses of the Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccination (MMR) for students born after 1956
Official college transcripts (if you have taken college classes while in high school)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15660 USD / year

≈ 15660 USD / year
Out-of-State

15660 USD / year

≈ 15660 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6600 USD / year

≈ 6600 USD / year

Living costs

Pine Bluff

United States

787 - 1142 USD / month

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

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