Overview

The Gerontology MA program from Georgia State University offers an interdisciplinary curriculum that provides in-depth exposure to issues, knowledge and research about aging processes, older people and the needs of an aging population. Our program offers an intimate, nurturing and stimulating environment in which to learn.

Key Facts

The M.A. in Gerontology at Georgia State University leads to stable employment for our graduates, who go on to work in aging services or other professions that serve the needs of older adults. Career opportunities are projected to expand as the population in the United States continues to age in coming decades.

More than half of our graduates work in a non-profit or governmental agency, about one-fifth work for small private businesses.

Examples of some of the positions held by our M.A. alumni:

Georgia Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia’s State Plan Coordinator

Director, Respite Care Atlanta

Evidence-Based Aging Services Coordinator, Division of Aging Services, Georgia

Aging Services Coordinator/Caregiver Specialist, Division of Aging Services, Georgia

Staff Ombudsman at Legacy Link

Clinical Dietitian at Veteran’s Administration, Atlanta

Project Manager, Kaiser Permanente, Georgia

Activities Assistant at Benton Village Assisted Living, Georgia

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in Gerontology

Aging Policy and Services

Heath and the Older Adult

Sociology of Aging

Diversity and Aging

Psychology of Aging

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Gerontology View 158 other Masters in Gerontology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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

Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is preferred for this program.
Statement of Purpose
Resume
Three Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts (one from each institution attended)
Official TOEFL/IELTS Scores (international applicants only)

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

33302 USD / year

≈ 33302 USD / year
Out-of-State

32360 USD / year

≈ 32360 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9790 USD / year

≈ 9790 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 USD / month

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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