Earn a versatile degree with one of the nation's best Bachelor's in Women's Studies programs.
Want a degree with indispensable cultural relevance, is widely applicable and highly marketable? Do you want to show future employers that you developed critical thinking and research skills as an undergraduate?
Then a Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies is just for you!
What kind of Women's Studies degree should you get?
All of these degrees signify leadership ability, compelling communication, and a deep understanding of diversity. However, he following 50 colleges and universities vary in student population, environment and location, academic emphasis, political engagement, social involvement, and more. We've been sure to note all the differences!
Find the program that not only offers the best curricular fit, but the opportunities you desire as a student, be that study abroad or working in the university's Women's Center. And know that they each introduce students to the cultural, political, and historical considerations of gender and then ask students to draw out the critical, intersectional, and transnational implications.
Many of the programs also bring into question the relationship of race, class, sexuality, ethnicity, and more, encouraging students to investigate and develop unique concentrations in the broader field of gender.
You may also want to consider distance education. Studying online is one of the most affordable, flexible ways to earn a degree and advance your career. So be sure to check out College Choice's 50 Best Online Colleges and Universities.
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How much money does one make with a Women's Studies degree?
Because this is such a versatile degree, you can find yourself working in any industry with any job title. The demand for one with cultural competency and writing abilities who is also justice-oriented is high. That said, it is difficult to determine the average salary range.
However, whatever the position, these qualities make for an excellent job candidate. Which makes for a sturdy income. From higher education to healthcare, nonprofits to publishing, the options are many. PayScale averages these options together to find that those with one of these degrees makes approximately $52,000 a year.
What can you do with a degree in Women's Studies?
As we hinted to above (and actually just directly stated!), you can do a lot with one of these degrees. Though people, parents especially, place emphasis on "practical degrees," don't overlook what one of these programs will give you: a broad, well-rounded education.
You'll graduate ready for any job that requires excellent written and oral communication, experience in advocacy, and more. Indeed, graduates from these programs have gone on to become:
Editors for a range of publishing companies
Directors of university women's centers
Professors and community college teachers
Managers for nonprofit organizations
And much more
What are the requirements for a Women's Studies degree?
All of these programs require four years of full-time study. In your first couple years you will complete your general education courses, including math and sciences classes. You'll also take an Introduction to Women's Studies class in one of your first years too.
Then, after those are behind you, you'll spend your final years taking a range of unique electives on women's studies. This includes classes on everything from international feminism to queer studies, activism to critical race theory.
In addition to your course load, you'll also be required to complete an internship. And you will be encouraged to participate in a range of research and extra-curricular activities. Take advantage of these, because there is a lot of learning to be done outside the classroom as well.
What are the Best Women's Studies programs?
Here at College Choice we've collated and compared the academic reputation, student satisfaction, affordability, and average financial aid packages of Women's Studies programs across the country to create a definitive ranking of the nation's 50 best undergraduate programs. We first chose programs with the most renowned academic reputation and from those pared the list down to those with high retention rates—a reflection of student satisfaction—and those with the most economical accessibility, to arrive at a list marked by thorough research and extensive data aggregation.
Our figures come from the university and colleges' websites as well as nationally recognized U.S. News & World Report and The National Center for Education Statistics.
Be sure to check out our new rankings of the Best Women's Colleges and the Best Colleges and Universities for Women.
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