Master in Gerontology Ms

The deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027; tuition fees are 18,000 USD per year.

As global demographics shift toward an increasingly older population, society faces the urgent challenge of creating systems that support healthy aging, dignity, and quality of life. The University of Idaho’s Master of Science (M.S.) in Gerontology provides the advanced knowledge necessary to navigate this demographic transformation, preparing professionals to influence healthcare delivery, public policy, and social services. This program is specifically designed for working professionals in nursing, social work, therapy, and healthcare administration who seek to bridge the gap between clinical needs and systemic advocacy.

Advocacy and Leadership in an Aging Society

This fully online degree allows students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the aging experience while maintaining their current career commitments. By aligning its coursework with the competency categories defined by the Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education (AGHE), the curriculum ensures students are prepared for high-impact roles in research, community management, and geriatric care. A key feature of the program is its emphasis on practical application; students synthesize their learning through a capstone project, which can take the form of an internship or a research initiative focused on rural and underserved populations. By joining this program, you become part of a movement to redefine aging, ensuring that as the population grows older, our communities and medical systems are equipped to provide effective, compassionate, and evidence-based support.

In Moscow, students study on an ivy-covered campus within a supportive and welcoming community. Campus life includes clubs, sports, housing, dining, lectures, performances and showcases. The university also offers online classes through Campus 360 and in-person study locations in Boise, Coeur d’Alene and Idaho Falls, giving students options beyond the Moscow campus.

The University of Idaho is Idaho’s first and only Carnegie R1 research university. Its academic offerings cover more than 200 areas of study, including agriculture, anatomy, fine arts and business administration. Learning is connected to hands-on experience, internships and career pathways, with research activity that includes using artificial intelligence to track wildfire spread and work related to nuclear energy law.

International students are among the applicant groups served through the university’s admissions process, alongside first-year, transfer and graduate students. Financial support includes scholarships, financial aid and low tuition, while housing and dining options are available on campus. Students can build connections with fellow Vandals through campus activities, explore opportunities across Idaho and take part in the university’s statewide footprint.