 Welcome Prospective Students!
Thank you for your interest in the University of Southern California's Davis School. Don't miss out on the real-world opportunities now available for gerontology students. "With the coming of age of the baby boomers, the demographics of this country are changing. Gerontology is now one of the most practical degrees USC offers!" said Dr. Elizabeth Zelinski, Professor, USC Davis School of Gerontology.
All of our graduate courses are now available online, blending the best of our in-house course instruction with the added convenience of web connectivity and interaction.
Is our Master of Science in Gerontology, a 44-unit program with real-world internship experience built into its curriculum, right for your career path? Or are you a working professional looking for a particular expertise on aging? If so, the 28-unit online Master of Arts in gerontology is the right the program for you. Or maybe you want a graduate certificate in aging? Either way, blended courses mean that you can attend class on campus or remotely, whatever works best for you.
Can I take a gero course without being a major?
Sure! The USC Davis School offers a variety of classes as well as two gerontology minor programs that provide you with the opportunity to supplement your education with a life course perspective of the aging process.
We even have a class that meets your diversity requirement as well as online courses that you can attend anytime.
Even if you are majoring in another subject our new progressive degree program allows you to earn a master’s degree in gerontology in one year. Apply in your junior year between 64-96 units and you can earn a master’s degree in gerontology without taking the GRE in just 32 units.
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What fields can I go into with a degree in Gerontology?
Would you have guessed that all the following careers serve older adults? Well they do, and some of them are calling for you! A career in aging means taking your desired field, be it entrepreneurial or health-related, and applying a framework that targets an older population. The world-renowned USC Davis School curriculum prepares you for this ideological shift. Remember the baby boomers make up nearly a third of the population of the country and possess two-thirds of its wealth. So get a heads up on the rest of the crowd and secure your future in:
Education, Research Communication, Law, Public Administration, Business & Industry, Goverment Agencies, & more! |
What type of courses do you offer?
Getting Nervous ...
Gero 414: Neurobiology of aging
Got Stress? ...
Gero 513: Stress, Health, & Aging |
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What if I haven’t taken the GRE?
That’s okay. You can get started on your advanced degree by enrolling in Gerontology 500 or one of our other Masters level courses while you prepare for the exam. You can take up to 12 units as a limited student before you are admitted into the program. |
What if I can't come to LA?
Then we'll bring the classroom to you! Our pioneering Online Masters Program allows students to interact with faculty and peers from anywhere with an internet connection. |
Isn’t it expensive?
Considering the value of a USC degree and the practicality of the field, the answer is no. However, cost is an issue for some people, so we are proud to announce that we have grant and scholarship money available for qualified applicants. Here’s the catch: you can’t qualify unless you apply, so do it today! |
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