Gerontology Program

Our program offers a variety of certificates in gerontology. Students wishing to apply for admission into any of the programs should first contact the Gerontology Program office prior to initiating coursework.

Admission Information | Financial Aid

Academic Certificate in Gerontology (DOC) The academic certificate in gerontology may be earned in conjunction with any academic major or by individuals not seeking a degree but whose professional responsibilities relate to older adults. The program offers a wide variety of courses from more than 10 different academic departments ranging from biology to theater. With an emphasis on both classroom study and practical field experience, the program provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to better understand and work with a variety of older adult populations.
Systemwide Online WebCT Gerontology Certificate (PDF) The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) Gerontology Programs in concert with Nevada State College (NSC) and the Nevada Geriatric Education Center are pleased to offer an online option for their respective academic certificate programs. This option encompasses Distance Education courses in Gerontology offered by each institution.

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Admission Information

In order to earn either a Bachelor of University Studies degree with an emphasis in Gerontology, an Academic Certificate in Gerontology, or a Systemwide Online Gerontology Certificate, you must be an admitted student at UNLV. You can initially begin taking classes as a non-degree seeking student but must apply for admission prior to earning the certificate.

Listed below are general admission requirements. For more specific information about admission to UNLV, please visit the admissions website.

Admission Requirements – Freshman
If you have NOT taken any college coursework, you must meet the following requirements:

Have graduated from an accredited or approved high school with a 2.75 weighted grade point average in English (4 units), Mathematics (3 units), Social Science (3 units), and Natural Science (3 units).
Provide a high school transcript.
Have test scores of a minimum 1040 SAT (combined reading/math) or a 22 ACT (composite).

Admission Requirement – Transfer
If you do not meet freshman requirements, or if you have taken ANY college coursework, you must meet the following requirements:

Complete 24 or more transferable credits at a regionally accredited college or university and earn a cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher. Once these requirements have been met, you will qualify for transfer student admission to UNLV and your high school transcripts will no longer be needed.
Provide transcripts from all colleges or universities that you have attended.

Go to the online NON-ADMITTED application.

SOLID DEADLINES for Domestic applications

SEMESTER	PRIORITY	ONLINE	FINAL
Spring	Oct. 1	Dec. 1	Dec. 15
Summer	Feb. 1	April 1	April 15
Fall	Feb. 1	July 1	July 15

* Note – the Non-Degree Application Deadline is always the last Wednesday before the start of a semester.

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Financial Aid

UNLV Financial Aid & Scholarships
Find out how to finance your education by visiting UNLV's Financial Aid & Scholarships website.

Academic Success Center Scholarships
Several types of scholarships for both new students and returning students are available.

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