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Lead the Future of Aging – Ohio’s 1st Ph.D.!
Our doctoral program encourages you to integrate knowledge and research methods from a range of behavioral and social sciences in your study of social gerontology.
Our program–the first in the state of Ohio, and among the first in the nation–builds scholars and educators who can meet the challenges, demands, and opportunities presented by global aging.
As a graduate of the doctoral program, you will be prepared to teach and conduct research in institutions of higher education, and hold positions in policy or service organizations.
Contact Information
Leah Janssen, MGS, Ph.D.
Associate Director for Academic Programs and Research Support
Scripps Gerontology Center
Upham Hall 386
100 Bishop Cir., Oxford, OH 45056
jansselm@MiamiOH.edu
513-529-8748
Jonathon Vivoda, MPH, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Director of Graduate Studies, Research Fellow at Scripps Gerontology Center
Sociology and Gerontology
Upham Hall 346
100 Bishop Cir., Oxford, OH 45056
vivodahm@MiamiOH.edu
513-529-4114
Curriculum and Courses
The courses you choose will open up a wealth of career opportunities — not lock you into one occupation. You’ll extend your education way beyond the classroom to every area of your life.
- GTY 609: Qualitative Research Methods
- GTY 702: Knowledge Construction & Advanced Theory
- GTY 705: Oral and Written Communication for Gerontologists
- GTY 708: Quantitative Methods and Statistics
- GTY 745: Sociology of Aging
at miami, there’s something for everyone.
Admissions Requirements
Application for Social Gerontology requires the following:
- Transcripts from your previous university courses
- A statement of purpose
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
- If applicable, English proficiency test scores
- GRE is NOT required
The application deadline is Jan. 15
Students on Why Study Gerontology
Additional Opportunities
Graduate Assistantships (GAs)
The majority of our students are on Graduate Assistantships (GAs) that waive 100% of tuition, 33% of general fees, and out-of-state surcharges. GAs provide research and/or teaching support to faculty and researchers, which come with 9-month stipends (paid biweekly, mid-August through mid-May):
PhD 9-month stipend is: $25,062 – guaranteed for 4 years of funding. In exchange for the stipend, students serve as research or teaching assistants who work 18-20 hours per week.
Journal Articles
Opportunities to write/contribute on professional research reports and peer-reviewed publications.
Scripps Gerontology Center
The PhD program is closely linked to the Scripps Gerontology Center which has a strong national and international network to help you get connected.
Facts and Stats
job placement within six months of graduation
Miami University Data
of tuition waived for majority of students through Graduate Assistantships
Miami University Data
allow one-on-one faculty support with courses and work on research projects and independent studies together. PhD cohort sizes are 4-6 students
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Admission and Funding
This is Where Your Journey to Miami University Begins
Explore what it means to be a graduate student at Miami University, where students prepare to go anywhere and everywhere. We’ll be here to help every step of the way as you prepare for college admission, enrollment, and success.