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Transform your passion for improving the lives of older adults into a powerful credential with NDSU’s aging studies undergraduate certificate. As people live longer worldwide, professionals with expertise in aging are in high demand across diverse disciplines. This certificate provides you with the knowledge and applied skills to address the psychological, physiological, cultural and environmental challenges that affect older adults, arming you with the tools to make a real-world difference.
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Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Flexibility to Meet Your Needs
With courses offered on campus and fully online, the certificate is the perfect fit for full-time students looking to build upon their major degree program, as well as those wanting a more flexible education.
Comprehensive Curriculum
The certificate provides a well-rounded education with courses that cover physical, cognitive, social, financial, psychological, societal and cultural aspects of aging.
Tuition & Costs
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.
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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.

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