M.A. in Gerontology

The Master of Arts degree in gerontology is one of Youngstown State University's newest degree programs. With a solid interdisciplinary focus on social epidemiology and aging, the program differs from the few others of its kind in the state, and it joins only a small number of others in the country.

The Gerontology master's program gives you an interdisciplinary approach to learning social epidemiology and aging through a blend psychology, political science, social work and human ecology coursework.

You'll study the health of older adults, including risk factors of disease that affect the health of the aging population. You'll also examine the relationship between demographic factors, such as gender, race, SES, and health and illness factors within the aging community.

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Beyond the buildings of a city on the rise, the first step of your career is waiting for you. Where value is not only defined by our cost, but also in the degrees and experiences we offer to our students. It's a place to live, and a place to learn. A small town with big opportunity where friendships are forged and professional connections build the foundation for your future. A place where education is everything and experience matters. That place is Youngstown State University, and we are waiting for you. What are you waiting for?