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Gerontology Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

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Course Delivery
100% Online
Total Credits
18
In-State Tuition Per Credit
$308.02
Out of State Tuition Per Credit
$400.43

Gerontology Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Gerontology is the interdisciplinary study of aging as a social, behavioral, and biological science, including the physical change and psychosocial aspects of aging. The reality of our aging society is resulting in a demand for professionals with knowledge and expertise in aging. There are many diverse opportunities for a career in the field of aging.

The IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Gerontology Studies examines the aging process, and looks at both health and disability among the elderly. As a student in the program, you take courses covering topics such as nutrition and exercise, aging and the older person, programs for older adults, and the psychosocial aspects of aging. You also participate in a service-learning experience in an agency on aging or in a long-term care facility.

Your IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Gerontology Studies prepares you to work in adult healthcare facilities in such careers as:

Aging consultant
Aging advocate
Family support specialist
Assisted living caregiver
Resident care associate
Elder care provider
Personal care attendant
Home care specialist

Certificate Requirements

To earn the Undergraduate Certificate in Gerontology Studies, you must complete 18 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

Gerontology core courses (12 credit hours)
Gerontology elective courses (6 credit hours)

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Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

Admissions requirements vary.

NOTE: This program is authorized, exempt, or not subject to state regulatory compliance and may enroll students from all 50 states

To apply to this program:

Complete application for admission.
Complete an essay (applicants with fewer than 26 credit hours).
Submit high school transcript or equivalent (applicants with fewer than 26 credit hours).
International applicants may be asked for additional materials.
Submit official transcripts to mycredit@iupui.edu or:

IUPUI Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Cavanaugh Hall 147
425 University Boulevard
Indianapolis, IN 46202

Priority Application Deadlines:

Fall semester (first-year freshmen): May 1

Fall semester (non–first-year students): Jun 1

Spring semester: Dec 1

Summer session I: Mar 15

Summer session II: May 1

Courses

Core

SHRS-W 350	Survey of Programs for Older Adults	3 Credits
SHRS-W 370	Psychosocial Aspects of Aging	3 Credits
SHRS-W 375	Physical Change & Aging	3 Credits
SHRS-W 450	Seminar in Gerontology	3 Credits

Elective

SHRS-N 265	Nutrition and Exercise	3 Credits
SHRS-W 220	Aging and the Older Person	3 Credits
SHRS-W 410	Service Learning in Geriatric	3 Credits

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Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $308.02

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $924.06

Note:

Additional fees will apply.

-This program is ineligible for financial aid.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $400.43

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1201.29

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

Your cost of attendance may differ from these estimates.

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Direct Costs:

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Indiana Residents

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Non-residents

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $13,010

Books & Supplies $690

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $13,010

Books & Supplies $322

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

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Gerontology Studies

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

To apply to this program:

Courses

Core

Elective

Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour

3 Credit Hours

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour

3 Credit Hours

What's it like to be an IU Online Student?

Earn an IU education from wherever you are

Get the support you need to succeed

Reap the rewards for decades to come

Take the first step toward a more rewarding future

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