Behavioral Science, Gerontology

The Gerontology concentration brings focus to the study of aging and longevity. It is concerned with the psychological, sociological and behavioral aspects of the life course and lifespan.

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Key Facts

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Degree

BS Behavioral Science, Gerontology

Course Credits: 120

Degree Duration

4 Years :

4 Years (Direct Route)

4 Years :

1 year pathway + 3 years degree (major)

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Pathways Available

International Year One

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Start Dates

January | May | September

Degree Overview

Demand has never been higher for professionals who specialize in gerontology. The Gerontology concentration brings focus to the study of aging and longevity. It is concerned with the psychological, sociological and behavioral aspects of the life course and lifespan.  Learn the skills you need to excel in a rewarding and growing field.

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Important
  • You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, Stationary and additional resources.

Study Reasons

Flexible schedule: online, day, weekend, and evening classes available , including 8 and 16 week terms

Internship opportunities aligned with your interests

Two 4+1 programs offered (BS/MS Health Service Management and BS/MS Education)

Your Pathways

The International Year One is the perfect pathway if you want a undergraduate degree from a UK, EU or US University but do not meet the requirements for direct entry.

The IY1 course provides an intensive combination of first year University subject modules with English language skills.

Following successful completion of the IY1 you will continue onto your second year degree study directly with the University of your choice.

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Key Dates and Fees

Key Dates

 

International Year One – Pre-Sessional English Entry Route

Intake I-20 Request Deadline Arrival to Mercy Program Start Date
Fall 2025 Aug 11, 2025 Aug 31, 2025 Sep 02, 2025
Spring 2026 Jan 02, 2025 Jan 20, 2026 Jan 20, 2026
Summer 2026 May 04, 2026 May 26, 2026 May 26, 2026

 

Undergraduate and Graduate

The following intake dates are applicable for both Direct Entry and the University Pathway Program route.

Intake Application Deadline I-20 Request Deadline Arrival to Mercy Program Start Date
Fall 2025 July 28, 2025 Aug 11, 2025 Aug 31, 2025 Sep 02, 2025
Spring 2026 Dec 15, 2025 Jan 02, 2026 Jan 20, 2026 Jan 20, 2026
Summer 2026 * Apr 20, 2026 May 04, 2026 May 26, 2026 May 26, 2026

* Business Graduate Pathway Program students starting in the summer follow the direct entry arrival and program start dates below.

Graduate Business Programs Direct Entry Route *

Intake Application Deadline I-20 Request Deadline Arrival to Mercy Program Start Date
Fall 2025 Aug 4, 2025 Aug 18, 2025 Sep 05, 2025 Sep 05, 2025
Winter 2025 ** Oct 13, 2025 Oct 27, 2025 Nov 14, 2025 Nov 14, 2025
Spring 2026 Jan 19, 2026 Feb 03, 2026 Feb 20, 2026 Feb 20, 2026
Summer 2026  Apr 20, 2026 May 04, 2026 May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026

* Applicable for a select number of graduate programs including:
Master of Science in Business Analytics (STEM)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
** The Master of Science in Business Analytics program does not have a winter intake available

Annual Tuition Fees

Study Route Tuition Fees (2025-26)
Pre-Sessional English $5,500 – $16,500
Mercy University International Undergraduate Pathway $20,518 – $23,018
Mercy University International Graduate Pathway $12,814 – $15,614
Undergraduate Direct Entry $22,750
Graduate Direct Entry $1,082 -$1,108/ credit

Please note: Additional fees may apply. Dates and fees are subject to change. There is an additional administration fee payable to Oxford International. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course, continued at Mercy University.

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