The Department of Gerontology at the University of Massachusetts Boston’s John W. McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies offers pioneering graduate programs on the study of aging. The department is the second oldest program of its kind and has produced more PhDs in gerontology than any program in the world. Its scholars and graduate students conduct research on policy issues including productive aging, health care, long-term care, economic security, and social and demographic research on aging. Together with the Gerontology Institute, it is one of the leading centers for the academic study of social gerontology.

Management of Aging Services, MS This completely online program is designed to provide students with advanced training in gerontology and managerial practices in the aging services field. Our award winning program requires the completion of 30 credits taken online. This program is available for part time and full time study. More

Gerontology Research/Policy, MS This on campus program employs social science theories, research techniques and content to provide students with the tools to accomplish basic and applied research. It requires the completion of 30 credits and is available for part time and full time study. More

Gerontology Graduate Certificate This online program requires the completion of 5 three-credit courses that have been approved for the program. It is designed for professionals working in aging services who want to advance their skills within this field. Students must have earned an undergraduate degree to be eligible for the certificate. More