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At the USC Leonard Davis School, you can earn an undergraduate gerontology degree, an accelerated five-year undergraduate or graduate degree program, a doctoral degree, or a minor in aging.
Undergraduate Programs
Human Development and Aging (BS)
Lifespan Health (BS)
Minor in Gerontology: Individuals, Societies, and Aging
Minor in Gerontology: Science, Health, and Aging
Master’s Programs
Aging Services Management (MA)
Applied Technology and Aging (MS)
Gerontology (MS)
Gerontology (MA)
Long Term Care Administration (MA)
Medical Gerontology (MA)
Senior Living Hospitality (MA)
Specialized Master’s Programs
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Master’s Programs in Nutrition
Foodservice Management and Dietetics (MA)
Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MS)
Lifespan, Nutrition and Dietetics (MS)
Nutritional Science (MS)
Additional Programs
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences
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PhD in Gerontology
PhD in the Biology of Aging
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About
About Us
Our mission to promote healthy aging for diverse people, communities and societies is more vital than ever.
Our School
Overview
History
Leadership
Partnerships
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Honors and Awards
Board of Councilors
Our Field
Overview
What is Gerontology?
Gerontology Careers
Our Gerontology Expertise
Our Impact
Our Building
Overview
Andrus Gerontology Center
Sophie Davis Art Gallery
Facilities
School Resources
Administrative Staff
Gerontology Directory
Employee Resources
Faculty & Staff Portal
Contact Us
Admission
Admission
Our students come from around the world and from many walks of life, and they’re all here for unique, important reasons.
Overview
Undergraduate Applicants
Master’s Applicants
PhD Applicants
Graduate Certificate Applicants
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences Applicants
International Applicants
Online Education
Resources
Request Information
How to Apply
Newly Admitted
Tuition and Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
Academics
Academics
At the USC Leonard Davis School, you can earn an undergraduate gerontology degree, an accelerated five-year undergraduate or graduate degree program, a doctoral degree, or a minor in aging.
Undergraduate Programs
Human Development and Aging (BS)
Lifespan Health (BS)
Minor in Gerontology: Individuals, Societies, and Aging
Minor in Gerontology: Science, Health, and Aging
Master’s Programs
Aging Services Management (MA)
Applied Technology and Aging (MS)
Gerontology (MS)
Gerontology (MA)
Long Term Care Administration (MA)
Medical Gerontology (MA)
Senior Living Hospitality (MA)
Specialized Master’s Programs
–
Master’s Programs in Nutrition
Foodservice Management and Dietetics (MA)
Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MS)
Lifespan, Nutrition and Dietetics (MS)
Nutritional Science (MS)
Additional Programs
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences
Professional Education
–
PhD Programs
PhD in Gerontology
PhD in the Biology of Aging
Academic Resources
Academic Advisement
Career Development
Advisement FAQs
Online Education
Students
Students
Students of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology share a deep compassion, an inspiring enthusiasm and a vision of an improved quality of life for older adults.
Overview
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Internships
MSNHL Supervised Practice
Research Opportunities
Academic Conduct
Student Life
Student Organizations
Study Abroad
Alumni Stories
Career Development
Finding Support
Student Resources
Resources Overview
Student Handbooks
Course Catalogue
Schedule of Classes
Academic Calendar
USC Student Affairs
USC Student Health Center
Job Board
Faculty
School Faculty
Alphabetical Directory
Research
Institutes and Centers
Cores
Research Opportunities
Multidisciplinary Colloquium Series
Research Events
News & Events
News
COVID-19 News
Resources for Journalists
Publications
Stay Connected
Event Calendar
Alumni
Stay Connected
USC FightOnline
Alumni Stories
Support the USC Leonard Davis School
Giving
Why Give
How to Give
Giving Priorities
Join the Dean’s Circle
Contact the Development Office
More
Jobs at USC Leonard Davis
Faculty & Staff Portal
Podcast: Lessons in Lifespan Health
Vitality Magazine
