Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies, BA

At a Glance: program details

Location:
Tempe campus, or
online
Additional Program Fee: No
Second Language Requirement: No
Math Intensity: General
Initial Math Course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics

Required Courses (Major Map)

Discover a deeper understanding of gender issues through exceptional interdisciplinary training necessary to apply a gender lens to your career. Through integrating critical thinking, problem-solving and research skills, you'll be equipped to face today's challenges.

Program Description

Through this program grounded in intersectional feminism, students will gain valuable insight into how the systems of inequality intermingle with race, gender, sexuality, immigration, class, globalization and other frameworks. Undergraduates gain necessary expertise in applying this knowledge to today's society.

Students are offered the opportunity to challenge conventional wisdom about gender and explore new ways of viewing the world through the study of:

culture
economics
film
history
literature
politics
science

In addition to reviewing the guidelines in the Concurrent Program Options section below, students interested in pursuing concurrent or second baccalaureate degrees in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are advised to visit The College's website for more information and requirements.

Admission Requirements

All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.

Freshman Transfer International Readmission

Transfer Options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use the Transfer Map search to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and help students save time and money in their college journey. Students may learn more about these programs by visiting the admission site: https://admission.asu.edu/transfer/pathway-programs.

Change of Major Requirements

A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.

Students should refer to https://changingmajors.asu.edu for information about how to change a major to this program.

Flexible Degree Options

Accelerated program options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years.
It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's and master's degree with:

Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies

Gain a deeper understanding of gender issues and receive advanced training in gender-related research. This program offers you an intersectional, transdisciplinary approach to finding practical solutions for real problems and teaches skills that you can apply in a wide range of nonacademic careers.

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Science and Technology Policy

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Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. During their junior year, eligible students will be advised by their academic departments to apply.

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Career Outlook

Graduates are prepared for many different career opportunities and have obtained careers in a wide array of fields, including:

consulting
counseling
education
government
health care
law
nonprofits
women's advocacy

They are also well prepared for graduate and law school and have been admitted to prestigious programs.

Example Careers

Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to:

Social and Human Service Assistants

Growth: 8.6%
Median Salary*: 38520

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Growth: 6.5%
Median Salary*: 47290

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Growth: 3.9%
Median Salary*: 80910

Human Resources Managers

Growth: 5.2%
Median Salary*: 130000

Lawyers

Growth: 7.5%
Median Salary*: 135740

Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators

Growth: 5%
Median Salary*: 64030

Public Relations Managers

Growth: 5.9%
Median Salary*: 129430

Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other

Growth: 2.6%
Median Salary*: 75390

Social and Community Service Managers

Growth: 9.1%
Median Salary*: 74240

Sociologists

Growth: 4.5%
Median Salary*: 98590

* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

Bright Outlook |

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Global Opportunities

Global Experience

Study abroad allows students to immerse themselves in a different culture. Through study and internships, they discover how other cultures view women and gender, and they learn to analyze issues related to gender.

The Global Education office offers programs in more than 65 countries across the globe. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences recommends specific study abroad programs for students majoring in women and gender studies.

Attend Online

ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program description and request more information here.

Program Contact Information

If you have questions related to admission, please click here to request information and an admission specialist will reach out to you directly. For questions regarding faculty or courses, please use the contact information below.

SSTadvising@asu.edu
480/965-7682