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The students of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology are exceptional people of all ages, backgrounds and interests. What they share is deep compassion, inspiring enthusiasm and a vision of improved quality of life for older adults. Whatever your unique dreams, passions and plans are, if you choose to become a USC Leonard Davis School student, you will find yourself poised to make a very real difference for the older adults of today as well as of tomorrow.
In this Section
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Student Activities
Student Resources
Student News
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Student Activities
Student Community Service
Our students share curiosity, enthusiasm and a vision of improving aging across the lifespan. They also share a desire to make an impact through community service and volunteer opportunities.
Learn more
Student Organizations
The USC Leonard Davis School offers many ways for students to serve older adults and to make an impact in the USC community and beyond. Our student organizations work together to host various community outreach events throughout the year.
Learn more
Study Abroad
Every summer, students from the USC Leonard Davis School and across the university travel across the world to explore aging. Course topics range from how nutrition and food culture affect longevity to how death customs and ceremonies vary throughout ancient and modern societies.
Learn more
Internships
As a student, you’ll have opportunities to make a mark from day one. We’ll connect you with organizations to fit your skills, interests and professional goals. You’ll have a chance to make a positive difference in the lives of older adults, whether in direct service roles or working behind the scenes.
Learn more
Student Resources
The USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology is full of people who share your dream of improving the quality of life for older adults and are here to ensure you achieve it. We are committed to providing resources to help students build a vibrant, supportive academic, personal and professional network.
Learn more
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August 19, 2025
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
May 27, 2025
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Los Angeles, CA 90089
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About Us
Our mission to promote healthy aging for all people, communities and societies is more vital than ever.
Our School
Overview
History
Leadership
Partnerships
Honors and Awards
Cultural Affairs
Board of Councilors
Our Field
Overview
What is Gerontology?
Gerontology Careers
Our Gerontology Expertise
Our Impact
Our Building
Overview
Andrus Gerontology Center
Sophie Davis Art Gallery
Facilities
School Resources
Administrative Staff
Gerontology Directory
Employee Resources
Faculty & Staff Portal
Jobs at USC Leonard Davis
Contact Us
Admission
Admission
Our students come from around the world and from many walks of life, and they’re all here for unique, important reasons.
Overview
Undergraduate Applicants
Master’s Applicants
PhD Applicants
Graduate Certificate Applicants
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences Applicants
International Applicants
Online Education
Resources
Request Information
How to Apply
Newly Admitted
Tuition and Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
Office Hours
Academics
Academics
At the USC Leonard Davis School, you can earn an undergraduate gerontology degree, an accelerated five-year undergraduate or graduate degree program, a doctoral degree, or a minor in aging.
Undergraduate Programs
Human Development and Aging (BS)
Lifespan Health (BS)
Minor in Gerontology: Individuals, Societies, and Aging
Minor in Gerontology: Science, Health, and Aging
Minor in Geroscience
Master’s Programs
Aging Services Management (MA)
Applied Technology and Aging (MS)
Gerontology (MS)
Gerontology (MA)
Long Term Care Administration (MA)
Medical Gerontology (MA)
Senior Living Hospitality (MA)
Aging Biology (MS)
Specialized Master’s Programs
–
Master’s Programs in Nutrition
Foodservice Management and Dietetics (MA)
Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MS)
Lifespan, Nutrition and Dietetics (MS)
Nutritional Science (MS)
Additional Programs
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences
Professional Education
–
PhD Programs
PhD in Gerontology
PhD in Geroscience
Academic Resources
Academic Advisement
Career Development
Advisement FAQs
Online Education
Students
Students
Students of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology share a deep compassion, an inspiring enthusiasm and a vision of an improved quality of life for older adults.
Overview
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Internships
MSNHL Supervised Practice
Research Opportunities
Academic Conduct
Student Life
Student Organizations
Study Abroad
Alumni Stories
Career Development
Finding Support
Student Resources
Resources Overview
Student Handbooks
Course Catalogue
Schedule of Classes
Academic Calendar
USC Student Affairs
USC Student Health Center
Faculty
Research
Research Overview
Institutes and Centers
Projects and Initiatives
Cores
Multidisciplinary Colloquium Series
Research Opportunities
Research Funding Awards
Research Events
News & Events
News
Event Calendar
Podcast
Publications
Resources for Journalists
Stay Connected
Social Media
Videos
Alumni
Stay Connected
USC FightOnline
Alumni Stories
Support the USC Leonard Davis School
Giving
Giving Overview
Why Give
How to Give
Giving Priorities
Join the Dean’s Circle
Contact the Development Office
More
Jobs at USC Leonard Davis
Faculty & Staff Portal
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Home
»
Students
United by a Common Cause
The students of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology are exceptional people of all ages, backgrounds and interests. What they share is deep compassion, inspiring enthusiasm and a vision of improved quality of life for older adults. Whatever your unique dreams, passions and plans are, if you choose to become a USC Leonard Davis School student, you will find yourself poised to make a very real difference for the older adults of today as well as of tomorrow.
In this Section
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Student Activities
Student Resources
Student News
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Student Activities
Student Community Service
Our students share curiosity, enthusiasm and a vision of improving aging across the lifespan. They also share a desire to make an impact through community service and volunteer opportunities.
Learn more
Student Organizations
The USC Leonard Davis School offers many ways for students to serve older adults and to make an impact in the USC community and beyond. Our student organizations work together to host various community outreach events throughout the year.
Learn more
Study Abroad
Every summer, students from the USC Leonard Davis School and across the university travel across the world to explore aging. Course topics range from how nutrition and food culture affect longevity to how death customs and ceremonies vary throughout ancient and modern societies.
Learn more
Internships
As a student, you’ll have opportunities to make a mark from day one. We’ll connect you with organizations to fit your skills, interests and professional goals. You’ll have a chance to make a positive difference in the lives of older adults, whether in direct service roles or working behind the scenes.
Learn more
Student Resources
The USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology is full of people who share your dream of improving the quality of life for older adults and are here to ensure you achieve it. We are committed to providing resources to help students build a vibrant, supportive academic, personal and professional network.
Learn more
Upcoming Events
Apr
23
Apr
28
Apr
30
View Calendar
Student News
All
Student Profile
Students
For the First Time, Scientists Have Mapped the Genetics of How the Brain Ages, Region by Region
For the First Time, Scientists Have Mapped the Genetics of How the Brain Ages, Region by Region
April 8, 2026
Trojan Undergrads Spend Summer Immersed in Life-Changing Research
Trojan Undergrads Spend Summer Immersed in Life-Changing Research
August 19, 2025
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
May 27, 2025
View more stories
Visit Us
Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
3715 McClintock Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90089
Privacy Notice
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Digital Accessibility
Contact Us
(213)740-5156
ldsgero@usc.edu
Support Us
How to Give
ABOUT
Our School
History
What is Gerontology?
Our Expertise
Faculty & Staff Portal
Contact Us
NEWS
Newsroom
Honors and Awards
Publications
Resources for Journalists
Aging is Happening Newsletter
PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Programs
Master’s Programs
Certificate Programs
PhD Programs
Professional Education
CONNECT
TikTok
Twitter / X
YouTube
Podcast
© 2026 USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology.
Close Menu
About
About Us
Our mission to promote healthy aging for all people, communities and societies is more vital than ever.
Our School
Overview
History
Leadership
Partnerships
Honors and Awards
Cultural Affairs
Board of Councilors
Our Field
Overview
What is Gerontology?
Gerontology Careers
Our Gerontology Expertise
Our Impact
Our Building
Overview
Andrus Gerontology Center
Sophie Davis Art Gallery
Facilities
School Resources
Administrative Staff
Gerontology Directory
Employee Resources
Faculty & Staff Portal
Jobs at USC Leonard Davis
Contact Us
Admission
Admission
Our students come from around the world and from many walks of life, and they’re all here for unique, important reasons.
Overview
Undergraduate Applicants
Master’s Applicants
PhD Applicants
Graduate Certificate Applicants
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences Applicants
International Applicants
Online Education
Resources
Request Information
How to Apply
Newly Admitted
Tuition and Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
Office Hours
Academics
Academics
At the USC Leonard Davis School, you can earn an undergraduate gerontology degree, an accelerated five-year undergraduate or graduate degree program, a doctoral degree, or a minor in aging.
Undergraduate Programs
Human Development and Aging (BS)
Lifespan Health (BS)
Minor in Gerontology: Individuals, Societies, and Aging
Minor in Gerontology: Science, Health, and Aging
Minor in Geroscience
Master’s Programs
Aging Services Management (MA)
Applied Technology and Aging (MS)
Gerontology (MS)
Gerontology (MA)
Long Term Care Administration (MA)
Medical Gerontology (MA)
Senior Living Hospitality (MA)
Aging Biology (MS)
Specialized Master’s Programs
–
Master’s Programs in Nutrition
Foodservice Management and Dietetics (MA)
Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MS)
Lifespan, Nutrition and Dietetics (MS)
Nutritional Science (MS)
Additional Programs
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences
Professional Education
–
PhD Programs
PhD in Gerontology
PhD in Geroscience
Academic Resources
Academic Advisement
Career Development
Advisement FAQs
Online Education
Students
Students
Students of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology share a deep compassion, an inspiring enthusiasm and a vision of an improved quality of life for older adults.
Overview
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Internships
MSNHL Supervised Practice
Research Opportunities
Academic Conduct
Student Life
Student Organizations
Study Abroad
Alumni Stories
Career Development
Finding Support
Student Resources
Resources Overview
Student Handbooks
Course Catalogue
Schedule of Classes
Academic Calendar
USC Student Affairs
USC Student Health Center
Faculty
Research
Research Overview
Institutes and Centers
Projects and Initiatives
Cores
Multidisciplinary Colloquium Series
Research Opportunities
Research Funding Awards
Research Events
News & Events
News
Event Calendar
Podcast
Publications
Resources for Journalists
Stay Connected
Social Media
Videos
Alumni
Stay Connected
USC FightOnline
Alumni Stories
Support the USC Leonard Davis School
Giving
Giving Overview
Why Give
How to Give
Giving Priorities
Join the Dean’s Circle
Contact the Development Office
More
Jobs at USC Leonard Davis
Faculty & Staff Portal
Vitality Magazine
youtube
rss
spotify
tiktok