Bachelor of Arts in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Discover how gender shapes our experiences, institutions, and social realities.
Discover the academic frameworks behind empowerment and social change with the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies BA at UMass Boston. Explore the rich history, diverse experiences, and critical issues surrounding gender, sexuality, and women's rights, and develop a deep understanding of intersectionality, social justice, and feminist theory.

In this program, you will:

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the historical, social, cultural, and political factors that shape the experiences and perspectives of women, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills
Explore the complexities of gender, sexuality, race, class, and other intersecting identities, gaining a nuanced understanding of power dynamics, inequalities, and social justice issues
Cultivate effective communication, advocacy, and leadership skills, empowering you to engage in social activism, community organizing, and policy-making to advance gender equity and social change

Career Possibilities
Work with organizations or government agencies to promote inclusivity, gender equity, and diversity through policy development. Manage and coordinate programs and initiatives focused on women's empowerment in the nonprofit sector. Or, report on gender-related issues, women's rights movements, and social justice topics for media outlets, magazines, or online platforms. These are just a few of the possibilities.

An official high school record leaving certificate and or graduation examination results or their notarized copies All documents in foreign languages must be translated by a certified professional Records must be sent directly from the institution to be considered official.
Academic recommendation letter from a school-based counsellor and or teacher.
500-word essay.
Test scores.
All nonnative speakers of English must demonstrate English language proficiency Students can demonstrate proficiency by submitting the following exams -
TOEFL 79 plus.
IELTS 6.0 plus.
SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing ERWS component of 480 plus.
ACT Reading and English component scores totaling 34.