Master in Gender Womens Sexuality Studies

Tuition fees are 25,146 USD per year.

How do gender and sexuality function as the primary organizing axes of our social, cultural, economic, and political institutions? This interdisciplinary field of inquiry moves beyond surface-level observation to investigate the hidden power structures that influence everyday lives and cultural production. At UMBC, the Gender, Women’s, and Sexuality Studies program emphasizes historical, cross-cultural, and transnational perspectives to critically examine how gender intersects with class, race, ethnicity, nationality, age, and ability.

Empowering Future Change

This program is designed for current graduate students (M.A. or Ph.D.) who wish to integrate a sophisticated understanding of power dynamics into their primary field of study. Whether your professional path lies in business, education, psychology, sociology, public policy, or public service, this certificate equips you with the analytical tools to identify systemic inequalities and the intellectual framework to imagine and enact a more just future.

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), founded in 1966 and located near Baltimore, is known for strong programs in STEM, the arts and professional fields. With a student body of roughly 13,600 and more than 1,400 international students, UMBC combines research intensity with a student centered culture that values innovation, inclusivity and experiential learning. Its urban proximity offers connections to industry hubs and research institutions in the Baltimore and Washington corridor.

The university provides an extensive selection of academic programs, with over 220 degree options spanning science, engineering, computing, business and liberal arts. UMBC emphasizes undergraduate research, entrepreneurship and interdisciplinary collaboration, supported by active faculty mentorship and modern facilities. Career services and corporate partnerships help students access internships, coops and job placements in competitive fields.

International students find a welcoming campus with robust advising, cultural organizations and pathways for academic transition. The surrounding region enhances practical learning through internships, research collaborations and service projects. For students aiming to pursue rigorous study in technology, research or professional practice while benefiting from personalized support and strong employer links, UMBC offers a dynamic and opportunity rich environment.