OpenFieldPh.D. in Gerontology - Policy, Health Disparities & Aging Well-Being
University of Massachusetts Boston · Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Academic Overview & Description
One of the nation's oldest and most prestigious doctoral programs in gerontology, analyzing demographic shifts, elder healthcare policy, long-term care systems, and economic security.
Funding & Financial Support
- Funding Award
- Gerontology Institute Fellowships $30,000/year plus full tuition
- Tuition Rate
- Covered by fellowship
- Application Fee
- $75
Admission & Candidate Requirements
- Academic GPA
- Master's or bachelor's degree in social sciences, health, or policy with GPA 3.3+
- English Language
- TOEFL 85+
- Standardized Exam
- GRE optional
- Application Materials
- Statement of purpose and writing sample
- Letters of Recommendation
- Three letters of recommendation
Institutional Guidance
For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Massachusetts Boston's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.
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