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25 PhD programmes in Gerontology in North America

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Gerontology

The Gerontology PhD programme from University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) jointly offered by UMBC and the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), provides an interdisciplinary and integrative perspective on the process of human aging and the experiences of growing old.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$26,838/yr
Walden University4,4(17)
Online

Human Services - Studies in Aging

If you have earned either a master’s or a bachelor’s degree, you are eligible for Walden University’s PhD in Human Services - Studies in Aging program, with an expedited path available for those who hold a master's degree.

Ph.D. Part-time Online
2½ yearsTuition not available
University of Cincinnati4,3(19)
Online Top 3% in Worldwide

Adult-Gero Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

The Adult-Gero Primary Care Nurse Practitioner DNP online program at the University of Cincinnati prepares students at the highest level of nursing practice to care for patients 13 and older from wellness to illness, which includes preventative, chronic and acute care with an emphasis on education, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation.

Ph. D. Part-time Online
3 years$26,644/yr
Maryville University4,2(13)
Online

Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Graduate education makes a difference in your care — and your career. We offer a Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner degree at Maryville University.

Ph. D. Part-time Online
3 years$56,278/yr
McMaster University4,4(66)
Hamilton, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Social Gerontology

Social gerontology is an interdisciplinary study of social, cultural, and political aspects of aging. The Social Gerontology program at McMaster University allows students to take a critical social science perspective and an interdisciplinary approach to the study of aging.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$3,082/yr
University of Utah4,4(16)
Salt Lake City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Emphasis

Adult/gerontology acute care nurse practitioners are highly trained for the vital role of caring for acutely and critically ill patients in hospitals, nursing facilities, and in the community. The Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Emphasis is offered at University of Utah.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University at Buffalo4,4(49)
Online Top 2% in Worldwide

Adult, Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

The Adult, Gerontology Nurse Practitioner DNP program at the University at Buffalo prepares nurses for advanced practice to be competent in assessing and managing both health and illness states across the adult/older-adult age spectrum, and across the continuum of care from wellness to illness. 

Ph. D. Part-time Online
2½ years$34,970/yr
University of South Florida4,3(45)
Tampa, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Aging Studies

The Ph.D. in Aging Studies at the University of South Florida is a research-oriented program designed to train future leaders in the field of aging.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$19,980/yr
University of Washington4,2(55)
Seattle, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Our Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track from University of Washington within the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree program prepares you to focus on caring for young adult, adult and older adult patients. 

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
10 years$50,037/yr
Johns Hopkins University4,6(49)
Baltimore, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

This Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track at Johns Hopkins University prepares the student to utilize evidence-based guidelines while diagnosing and managing health problems of acutely and critically ill individuals across the adult lifespan.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$55,539/yr
The University of Arizona4,2(46)
Tucson, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

​​​​​The Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program from The University of Arizona prepares nurses to work with adult patients aged 18 years and older suffering from serious illnesses or injuries.  

Ph. D. Full-time +2 Blended
2½ years$23,400/yr
University of Washington4,2(55)
Seattle, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

The Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner track at University of Washington within the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree program specializes in the ongoing care of adolescent through older adult patients to promote health and treat those with serious illness. 

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
2 years, 3 months$33,358/yr
Arizona State University4,3(238)
Phoenix, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Advanced Nursing Practice (Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner)

This Advanced Nursing Practice (Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) program at Arizona State University prepares graduates to provide holistic, client-centered primary care to adolescents, adults and geriatric patients in a variety of settings.

Ph. D. Full-time Blended
2½ years$27,810/yr
University of Central Florida3,8(50)
Orlando, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

The Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Central Florida prepares nurses at the highest level of practice for the current health care environment based on a strong scientific foundation for practice; flexibility and emphasis on evidence-based practice, leadership, and organizational analysis; and analysis of the DNP project.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$22,988/yr
Maryville University4,2(13)
Online

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

We are delivering holistic care for adults from wellness to illness. We offer a Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner degree at  Maryville University.

Ph. D. Part-time Online
3 years$56,278/yr
Wayne State University3,7(3)
Detroit, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Social Work - Gerontology

The Dual-Title PhD in Social Work - Gerontology at Wayne State University addresses the critical need for social work faculty and researchers trained in geriatrics who can promote evidence‐based practices and serve as role models for future generations of social workers specializing in the field.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$23,721/yr
University of Cincinnati4,3(19)
Cincinnati, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

The Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner DNP program at the University of Cincinnati prepares students at the highest level of nursing practice to provide advanced care for adolescents, older adults, and the frail elderly with acute, short-term illness, exacerbated chronic illness, or terminal disease.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$26,644/yr
University at Buffalo4,4(49)
Buffalo, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Adult, Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

The Adult, Gerontology Nurse Practitioner DNP program at University at Buffalo prepares nurses for advanced practice to be competent in assessing and managing both health and illness states across the adult/older-adult age spectrum, and across the continuum of care from wellness to illness. 

Ph. D. Full-time +2 Blended
3 years$34,970/yr
Miami University4,6(11)
Oxford, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Social Gerontology

The Social Gerontology doctoral program at Miami University encourages you to integrate knowledge and research methods from a range of behavioral and social sciences. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
10 years$14,931/yr
Queen's University4,2(40)
Kingston, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Aging and Health

The PhD in Aging and Health at Queen's University has been designed to be completed at a distance by working professionals. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 Blended
4 years$4,231/yr

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