Ph.D. Aging Studies at University of South Florida

Programme overview

The interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Aging Studies combines a broad foundation in the interdisciplinary aspects of aging with in-depth expertise in a research area, drawing on faculty from multiple USF colleges. It trains future academic, public sector and corporate researchers. Students are supported with a stipend and tuition waiver where funds are available.

Faculty: College of Behavioral and Community Sciences | Department: School of Aging Studies | Duration: 72 credit hours beyond the baccalaureate | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tampa, FL, United States

What you will study

12 core hours (psychological issues of aging, biomedical aging, population aging, social and health issues in aging), at least 6 hours of statistics and methods, 16 hours of proseminar and content seminars, electives designed with the advisor, a qualifying exam, and at least 38 hours of directed research and dissertation.

Career pathways

Academic, public sector and corporate research careers in aging.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Must meet USF graduate admission and English proficiency requirements. GPA of 3.25; a GRE taken within the last 5 years (scores at or above the 50th percentile verbal, 30th quantitative and 50th analytical writing preferred); a single-authored writing sample; a summary of career goals and preparation for a research career; and three letters of recommendation.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Doctoral admission is offered for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.

Final university deadlines for doctoral programmes: February 15 for Fall, October 15 for Spring, February 15 for Summer. Programme-specific priority deadlines apply for funding and consideration.

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