Gerontology Certificate

Vision Statement

Students pursuing the graduate certificate in gerontology are seeking a formalized understanding of the aging process that serves to complement an existing graduate degree such as counseling, business, public administration or social work.  Students also pursue the graduate certificate in gerontology to expand their knowledge beyond the undergraduate level.

Program Contact Information

Lindsay Wilkinson, PhD, Graduate Program Chair (GPC)
402.554.2272
lwilkinson@unomaha.edu

Program Website

Alternative Delivery

Online courses are available for both the MA and the certificate programs.

Admissions

General Application Requirements and Admission Criteria

Program-Specific Requirements

Application Deadlines (Spring 2025, Summer 2025, and Fall 2025)

Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. All materials must be submitted prior to the beginning of the semester in which the student has elected to begin coursework.

Other Requirements

• English Language Proficiency: Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the United States, OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a predetermined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission.
  • Internet-based TOEFL: 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 110 
• Statement of Purpose: The personal statement should be a minimum of two pages.
• Letters of Recommendation: Two academic/professional letters of recommendation are required.

Degree Requirements