Gerontology Degree

Gerontology is a interdisciplinary field of study that seeks to understand the aging process through social impact, biological, mental, physical, environmental, and societal. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer gerontology degrees.

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University of Louisiana at Monroe

University Station La Hwy 1, Thibodaux, LA

University of Louisiana at Monroe is a public institution located in Monroe, Louisiana and provides a large number of program options for students. ULM has a yearly student enrollment of nearly eight thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs ULM offers:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1275 - 1620 for the SAT exam and between 19 - 24 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to ULM. This school has an acceptance rate of about 92% of which only 58% decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at ULM vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,600 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $14,000 for the year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $4,100. Students at University of Louisiana at Monroe may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at ULM through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)

Students who would like to learn more about this school may take a look at their website at http://www.ulm.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Gerontology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Louisiana at Monroe has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Description

Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities. Includes physicians, dentists, public health specialists, pharmacologists, and medical pathologists who primarily conduct research.

Transportation Planners

Description

Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).