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Bachelor of Art Degree In Gerontology

General

All candidates for a degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences must complete the graduation requirements listed in the section of the SDSU General Catalog on "Graduation Requirements." No more than 48 units in Gerontology courses can apply to the degree. A minor is not required with the major.

Preparation for the Major

Gerontology 101, 250; Biology 100; Child and Family Development 135; Public Health 101; Psychology 101; and Social Work 110. (21 units)

Language Requirement

Competency (successfully completing the third college semester or fifth college quarter) is required in one foreign language to fulfill the graduation requirement. Refer to the section of the general catalog on "Graduation Requirements."

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

Completing one of the approved upper division writing courses (W) with a grade of C (2.0) or better or passing the Writing Proficiency Assessment with a score of 10 or above.

Major

A minimum of 36 upper division units to include Gerontology 350, 360, 370, 400A, 400B, 402, 520, 522; and 12 units selected with approval of the adviser from Child and Family Development 335; Gerontology 496, 499, and 596 (when appropriate); Exercise and Nutritional Sciences 433; Psychology 456; Social Work 420*.

*prerequisites waived

Admission to Undergraduate Study

Undergraduate applicants should speak with an undergraduate advisor and complete the CSU Online Application.

Financial Aid

Scholarships and Financial Aid may be available! All current and prospective students should check the scholarships page.

PLEASE NOTE- Course and graduation requirements for all SDSU programs change periodically. While every attempt is made to present the most current requirements on this web site, it is imperative for all current and prospective students to check the printed registrar-maintained catalogs for the current requirements. Copies are available in the bookstore and may be borrowed from department staff.

last updated: 6/20/08