Aging Services
Undergraduate ProgramsWhy Study Aging Services?
Learn how to improve society by enhancing the lives of older adults through a unique interdisciplinary program.
The Aging Studies program at UMBC is the only one of its kind in the country to combine business management, public policy, and the study of human aging. It was designed to meet the real-world demand for educated, innovative leaders in the longevity market, and the curriculum includes all aspects of aging services, especially how to expand opportunities for individuals in the longevity economy. The undergraduate degree prepares students for entry-level professional positions in the management of aging services by combining public policy, healthcare management, law, financial services, real estate, consumer technology, and product design. The graduate program will give you a holistic set of skills and knowledge that integrates aging, management, and policy as well as leadership techniques, management fundamentals, understanding of individual human aging and the societal implications of aging, and research opportunities.
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Bachelor of Arts in Management of Aging Services
Majoring in Management of Aging Services at UMBC prepares you to make a difference in a growing economy focused on helping older adults be included in our society.
VIEW Bachelor of Arts DETAILS →Minor in Aging Studies
An 18-credit interdisciplinary minor exploring aging from health, policy, technology, and social perspectives with practical career applications in aging services.
VIEW Minor DETAILS →Minor in Health, Wellness, and Aging
Deepen your appreciation of life at all stages and develop skills to support an aging population that you can apply in a wide variety of fields.
VIEW Minor DETAILS →Minor in Management of Aging Services
With this minor that complements a variety of majors, you will learn how to meet the real-world demand for educated, innovative leaders working to enhance the lives of older adults.
VIEW Minor DETAILS →Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
UMBC is committed to making a world-class education accessible to every student. We offer a range of financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans to help you manage the cost of your education. New and current degree-seeking undergraduates can explore institutional and departmental scholarships using our Scholarship Retriever tool, along with additional opportunities from external partners. Scholarships and financial aid can help cover tuition, fees, textbooks, and even housing and meals, ensuring you can focus on your studies and your future at UMBC.
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