Recreation Therapy and Applied Gerontology, Bachelor’s/Master’s Combined Program

Course Overview This accelerated dual-degree program allows qualified students to earn both a Bachelor of Arts in Recreation Therapy and a Master of Science in Applied Gerontology in just five years. The program's core feature is the ability to apply 12 hours of graduate-level coursework toward both degree requirements, saving significant time and tuition costs. It is designed for high-achieving undergraduates seeking a competitive edge in the growing field of aging services. Key Program Highlights Complete two degrees (B.A. and M.S.) in an accelerated five-year timeline Double-count up to 12 credit hours of graduate courses for both degrees Gain a specialized, competitive skill set combining therapeutic recreation and gerontology Provisional early acceptance into the graduate program during your senior year Designed for seamless transition from undergraduate to advanced graduate study