About the Program

The Gerontology MS Research/Policy track prepares students to address issues surrounding a diverse aging population. The curriculum includes coursework in social science theories related to aging and research techniques. Students are provided with the tools to pursue basic and applied research in a range of substantive areas. Students are also introduced to the major policy issues affecting older people in the United States. This gives students the ability to engage with these issues in the public and private sectors.

Our interdisciplinary courses provide opportunities to apply theory and research methods in the social, behavioral, and policy sciences to the study of aging. Our alumni pursue careers in research, advocacy, policy analysis, and organizational leadership.