Overview

Key facts

Acquire foundational knowledge in the psychological and neurological aspects of aging. Learn to contribute to the field’s knowledge of the cognitive and psychosocial changes that affect elderly populations.

Examine best practices in applied psychological theories and research to support families and healthcare providers who work with aging adults. The geropsychology degree, offered online by GCU, also explores coping strategies, physical health issues, end of life matters and ethical practices.

The Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Geropsychology program at Grand Canyon University follows a timely and relevant curriculum focused on ethical frameworks for enhancing the health, wellness and quality of life of elderly populations.

Students acquire key skills in analytical reasoning and evidence-based strategies. The program explores physical, cognitive and spiritual care for individuals at the end of life.

Careers

The demand for professionals with specialized expertise in the needs of older adults will rise as the population ages. If you feel called upon to serve your elders, you may find work in the following settings after earning your MS in geropsychology:

Hospitals and clinics

Nursing homes

Long-term care facilities

Mental health facilities

Government agencies

Some graduates may choose to pursue a research-based career. Private- and government-funded research initiatives explore issues common among older adults, including Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graduate Studies in the Liberal Arts

Contemporary and Ethical Issues in Psychology

Social and Cultural Psychology

Sociology of Aging

Death and Dying

Graduate Statistics

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00

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More details

Rolling admission

Language

English

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Phoenix, United States

Disciplines

Gender & Sexuality Studies Psychology Clinical Psychology View 285 other Masters in Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

500

English requirements

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

Other requirements

General requirements

Graduate applicants may be accepted at GCU with an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or program that has been approved by Grand Canyon University (GCU), with a 2.8 GPA or higher.

If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you may be eligible for admission with a graduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college or program and passing test scores: GMAT, GRE.

Tuition Fee

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International

10800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 600 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

10800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 600 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

10800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 600 USD per credit during 24 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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