Gender and Women's Studies (MS)
Degree
Master of Science
Major Credits
30
Total Credits
30
Time to Completion
2 Years
Locations
Mankato
Overview
The graduate program in Gender and Women's Studies prepares students for careers in non-profits, activism, and advocacy, or for further graduate study. The MS is recommended for students planning social justice careers. Gender and Women's studies is an interdisciplinary field examining the social construction of gender and sexuality and the intersections of all forms of oppression.
Program Highlights
- Gender and Women's Studies prepares students for careers in human services, the media, community organizing, and education, among many possibilities.
This program is not currently accepting applications for Fall 2025 or beyond.
Application Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- A two-page application essay discussing your intellectual and activist interests in the field of Gender & Women’s Studies, leadership skills that will qualify you for a graduate assistantship, and goals for pursuing the degree at Minnesota State Mankato.
- Two letters of recommendation with at least one from an individual acquainted with your academic ability.
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Additional Requirements for International Applicants
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member.
- International applicants must submit a TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS score of 6.5 from the academic examination.
Gender and Women's Studies MS Application Deadlines
| U.S.-Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Start | N/A | N/A |
| Spring Start | N/A | N/A |
| Summer Start | N/A | N/A |
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