Gerontology at University of Massachusetts-Boston
If you plan to study Gerontology, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Boston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Boston sits in Boston, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 25 gerontology degrees were awarded at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
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Online Class Availability at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Boston. Of 15,575 students, 1,700 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,357 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Gerontology Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Boston’s Gerontology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #13 of 18 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #13 of 18 |
Earnings for Gerontology Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston
Those who finish University of Massachusetts-Boston’s Gerontology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,964 |
| 2 years | $52,107 |
| 3 years | $57,129 |
| 4 years | $68,642 |
| 5 years | $75,845 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Gerontology graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston report median earnings of $68,642, compared with $65,575 for all University of Massachusetts-Boston graduates — about 5% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Gerontology graduates at University of Massachusetts-Boston, by degree type.
Program-wide, Gerontology graduates at University of Massachusetts-Boston are 92% women (23) and 8% men (2).
Gerontology Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Among the 4 bachelor’s gerontology graduates at University of Massachusetts-Boston, 100% were women (4) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Gerontology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Gerontology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston, lower than the national average of 46%.*
Gerontology Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Among the 14 master’s gerontology graduates at University of Massachusetts-Boston, 93% were women (13) and 7% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Gerontology master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Gerontology master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Gerontology Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Among the 4 doctoral gerontology degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Boston, 100% were women (4) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Gerontology doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Gerontology Concentrations at University of Massachusetts-Boston
The Gerontology program at University of Massachusetts-Boston includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Gerontology | 25 |
Best-Paid Careers for Gerontology Graduates
Graduates of the Gerontology program at University of Massachusetts-Boston pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Gerontology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,510 |
| Transportation Planners | $50,855 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $42,168 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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