📖Introduction

University of North Georgia is a public university in Dahlonega, Georgia, United States. It was founded in 1873 as the North Georgia Agricultural College, and was renamed to its current name in 1970. The university has 5 colleges and offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. It is a member of the University System of Georgia.

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📚About the Program

Non-degree in Applied Gerontology (NEX) at University of North Georgia

The Nexus degree in Applied Gerontology produces career ready graduates to meet the diverse, multifaceted workforce needs to support Georgia’s growing older adult population. Three baccalaureate level course provide a deep knowledge of the context of aging, communication with older adults, and offer a gerontology elective of your choice. Three robust Practicums in a broad array or organizations and businesses (anywhere in the State of Georgia) will prepare you for employment upon graduation. Graduates are likely to be employed in healthcare, social and community support positions, educational and cultural organization and businesses, tourism, travel, leisure, and recreational services and businesses. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Core Curriculum (Areas A-E) - 42 hours
Refer to Core Curriculum (Areas A-E)

Area A1: No exceptions

Area A2: No exceptions

Area B: PHIL 2200

Area C: No exceptions

Area D: BIOL 1101 and CSCI 1250

Area E: No exceptions

Upper Division - 15 hours
GERO 3581 - Practicum Experience
GERO 3582 - Gerontology Practicum
GERO 3583 - Gerontology Practicum III
GERO 4100 - Context of Aging or
HSDA 4100 - Context of Aging
GERO 4130 - Communicating with Older Adults or
HSDA 4130 - Communicating with Older Adults
Area of Study - 3 hours
Applied Family Caregiving
Select one of the following:

GERO 4000 - Special Topics
GERO 4120 - Resources for an Aging Population
HSDA 4120 - Resources for an Aging Population
Applied Gerontology
Select one of the following:

ENGL 4820 - Selected English Topics
GERO 3481 - Sociology of Aging
GERO 3530 - Death, Dying, and the Human Experience
GERO 4000 - Special Topics
GERO 4100 - Context of Aging
GERO 4110 - Successful Aging
GERO 4120 - Resources for an Aging Population
GERO 4160 - Healthy Aging and Physical Activity
GERO 4282 - Aging Issues in the Sexual and Gender Minority Community
HSDA 4100 - Context of Aging
HSDA 4110 - Successful Aging
HSDA 4120 - Resources for an Aging Population
KINS 4160 - Healthy Aging and Physical Activity
PSYC 3181 - Psychology of Aging
PSYC 4403 - Special Topics in Psychology
SOCI 3481 - Contemporary Issues in Aging
SOCI 3530 - Death, Society, and the Human Experience

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🏫About University of North Georgia

The University of North Georgia (UNG) is a prominent public university located in the state of Georgia, USA. UNG has a rich history of providing high-quality education and fostering leadership and service. The university offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including the arts, sciences, business, education, and more. With a strong commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement, UNG provides students with a transformative educational experience. The university's dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a beautiful campus setting create an environment conducive to intellectual growth, personal development, and the preparation of graduates to excel in their chosen fields and contribute positively to society.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

305 RMB

Tuition fee:

1,800 USD per year

1,800 USD in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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