Overview

The curriculum addresses social science theories, research techniques, and content to provide students with the tools to accomplish basic and applied research. Students of the Gerontology Research Policy program at University of Massachusetts Boston will successfully complete 36 credits and may study on a part- or full-time basis.

Careers in Gerontology Research and Gerontology Policy

Our graduates are employed as research associates and analysts in academic and non-academic settings and/or pursue doctoral degrees in gerontology, aging policy, or other aging-related fields.

Learning Outcomes

Our students will:

Acquire knowledge about the social and behavioral science disciplines that inform gerontology and aging policy
Develop the methodological tools needed to pursue basic and applied research in gerontology and aging policy
Gain practical experience conducting research and analysis in gerontology and aging policy
Learn the written, oral, and listening skills needed to communicate effectively with key stakeholders about gerontology and aging policy

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Aspects of Aging

Issues in Aging Policy

Economic Issues in Aging Populations

Psychology of Aging

Research Methods and Experimental Design

Statistical Methods in the Analysis of Social Problems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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General requirements

A brief cover letter
A statement of purpose consisting of a three to four page essay/letter of intent on your experiences and why you with to enter the program.
Official GRE score report
Three letters of recommendation from people familiar with your academic abilities

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29932 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29932 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

15410 USD / year

≈ 15410 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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Funding

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Careers in Gerontology Research and Gerontology Policy

Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

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General requirements

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