Graduate Degrees in Gender & Sexuality

Gender & Sexuality

The Master of Arts in gender and sexuality centers intersectional, decolonial, transnational and social transformation frameworks to examine women, gender and sexuality. This transformational degree program prepares you to be a leader and changemaker in a variety of careers locally and globally. Students will receive guidance and mentorship from a diverse, accomplished faculty, who have been awarded research grants and fellowships from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Institute of Peace and more.

Degree Types

MA

Develop skills that will help you navigate your future workplace, media, popular culture, politics and academia with equality, dignity and empowerment.

Learn from faculty renowned for their contributions to feminist theories, social justice, intersectional research and creative work.

Be prepared for professions at local, national and international levels in law, medicine, government, public policy, social work, education, counseling, politics, public relations and more.

Degree Options & Application Requirements

Gender and Sexuality

Master of Arts in Gender and Sexuality

Can be completed in 2 years
No area of emphasis required
Thesis or practicum required

Application Deadlines & Requirements

To learn about the upcoming term application deadlines, please visit the Graduate School website.

For program details, review the course catalog for the MA in gender and sexuality.

Research Areas

Gender Roles
Sexuality
Social Change
Sociology of Sex and Gender
Women’s Studies

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Funding Opportunities

We understand funding opportunities play a major role in helping you to decide whether a program is right for you. At CU Boulder, PhD students are supported through research and teaching assistantships. Students are also encouraged to apply for their own sources of funding.

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Graduate Student Resources

Student success is best met with holistic support and resources. CU Boulder offers robust resources, programming and opportunities to help students establish meaningful connections, adjust to graduate student life and find assistance when they need it. Whether it’s academic, social, or health and wellness support, the university provides an array of resources to meet the diverse needs of our students.

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