Overview

Key features

Behavioral Science - Gerontology students at Mercy University will learn the skills they need to excel in a rewarding and growing field.

Potential Careers

As the aging population grows, graduates with a gerontology degree have obtained positions in academia, research, direct care, non-profits, governmental agencies, business, and product development.

With a degree in aging, the possibilities are endless. Specific careers students have entered include:

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Local Area Agencies on Aging (AAA)
Nursing
Rehabilitation therapies
Case management
Marketing research firms
Pharmaceutical corporations
Architecture working on universal design

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Perspectives on Aging
Health Psychology
Adult Development and Aging
Aging and Mental Health
Social Psychology
Medical Sociology: Health Care in the Modern World

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-22 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00

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Mercy University's rolling application cycle means you can apply at any time.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Psychology Gerontology View 1715 other Bachelors in Psychology in United States

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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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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students must submit a high school transcript for their application to be reviewed. We will accept either an unofficial or official transcript. Students are able to upload these transcripts through our student portal.
An official final high school transcript (provided by the high school to Mercy College), which includes all secondary school grades, class rank and date of graduate must be submitted prior to enrollment.
Students whose transcripts are unavailable should consult with an admissions counselor. Or, the applicant can provide a High School Equivalency Diploma, if applicable, with corresponding score sheet.

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Tuition Fee

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International

21980 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10990 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

21980 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10990 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

21980 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10990 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 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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Scholarships Information

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Living costs for New York City

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