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Master of Applied Gerontology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Applied Gerontology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 23, 2026.

About Master of Applied Gerontology

Prospective students include those who majored in fields such as psychology, sociology, social work, exercise science, recreation therapy, public health, biology or nursing, as well as allied health professionals.

UNCW's Gerontology programs take a bio-psycho-social approach, drawing on empirical research and an examination of current issues. Students participate in service-learning, community engagement, group interaction and distance education opportunities.

Articulate issues and challenges related to aging persons and their families, with specific emphasis on southeastern North Carolina

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills through gerontology course work and service-learning experiences

Apply principles and theories that affect the quality of life for aging adults in retirement communities, health care settings, and other public and private organizations, which provide services and resources

Appreciate and synthesize knowledge of biology, health sciences, psychology, sociology of aging, with hands-on experience with older populations in our region

Evaluate aging research critically and participate in the research community to promote healthy aging

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Applied Gerontology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission for graduate study at the University of North Carolina Wilmington applicants must:

Regionally Accredited Bachelor's Degree: Hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in this country or its equivalent in a foreign institution (as evaluated course-by-course through a NACES approved credit evaluation service) by the first official day of classes for the term of the application.
- Seven Accrediting Bodies for Regional Institutions:
  - Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association (NH)
  - Middle States Commission on Higher Education (M)
  - New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (EH)
  - Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NW)
  - Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SC)
  - Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (WC)
  - Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (WJ)
Student Holds (Current/Previous UNCW Students): Applicants with an application hold will not be allowed to move forward in the application process until the hold is released. Check your SeaNet Account to view your account hold(s).
Grade Point Average: Have a strong overall academic record with a B average or better in the basic courses prerequisite to the area of proposed graduate study. Provisional admission may be considered by some programs. Contact the program coordinator for additional information regarding their acceptance policy.
Level: Graduate and undergraduate programs may not be pursued simultaneously.
Online Accelerated Programs (OAP): OAP programs must be pursued independent of any other program.
Additional Requirements: Meet any additional admission requirement(s) as outlined by the graduate program.
Professional Licensure in State-Regulated Professions: State laws may require practitioners to be licensed to practice in their state. Learn more about UNCW's participation in the NC-State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Applied Gerontology

Professional that speaks and advocates for a particular category of person, such as a customer, a victim, a child or a patient.

Caring for patients, communicating with doctors, administering medicine and checking vital signs.

Lead, instruct, and motivate individuals or groups in exercise activities, including cardiovascular workouts (for the heart and blood circulation), strength training, and stretching.

Responsible for supervising the clinical and administrative affairs of nursing homes and related facilities

Responsible for facilitating and developing program agendas according to business requirements and specifications.

Produce information for people who: make decisions about programs.

Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret data and opinions to explore issues, solve problems, and predict trends.

Fee Information

Application Fee 75

How to Apply

You will create your account after choosing a Regular Term Instruction (RTI) or Online Accelerated Program (OAP) program option on our application page.
Please create only one account. Use the same log-in anytime you start or continue an application.
Review the deadlines for your program of interest on our Key Dates page.

Master of Applied Gerontology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen