Overview

In this concentration, learn how women's health and various sexualities are shaped by cultural beliefs and practices, economic and political systems, medical establishments, reproductive technologies, media, religion and social movements. Examine how these forces affect women differently depending on their race, class, age, sexual orientation and nationality.

The interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary graduate program in women's and gender studies provides you with a solid academic foundation to pursue your goals. As the only applied master's program in women's and gender studies in Maryland and the only master's program in the field in Baltimore, the program emphasizes applied research methods and skills, preparing you for careers in a variety of public and private organizations both national and international, profit and nonprofit.

You need not wait until graduation to apply your knowledge. Research and internship opportunities are available in Baltimore, Washington, Philadelphia, and the surrounding region. If you seek workplace experience but cannot devote the time for a full internship, consider the field experience, a 3-unit internship. After completing the required core course work in theory, diversity, and applied research methods and skills, you work closely with an adviser to design your degree program.

Why Women's and Gender Studies at Towson University ?

Small classes taught by experienced faculty give you a real opportunity to interact with your instructors and fellow classmates.

The beautiful 322-acre campus is in close proximity to nation’s leading policymakers and institutions and agencies that promote equality and diversity.

The master’s program offers graduate students the opportunity to travel to professional conferences to present papers. A limited number of travel grants are available each academic year.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Diversity Of Women

Advanced Feminist Theory

Applied Research Methods And Skills

Women In An International Context

Anthropology Of Gender

Globalization In Cross-culture Perspective

Women, Environment And Health

Topics In Women's Studies

The Erotic Imagination In Christianity And Hinduism

Special Topics In Womens Studies

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-07 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Towson, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university** (as certified by an official transcript) with a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.00, and 2.75 for conditional admission. GPA calculations for admission are based upon the last 60 units of undergraduate and post-baccalaureate study.
Nine units earned at the baccalaureate level in Women’s and Gender Studies and/or the Social Sciences (Anthropology, Sociology, Geography, Political Science, Psychology, Economics or a social science-based interdisciplinary course). Three (3) of these nine (9) units must include one course in Women’s and Gender Studies.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24030 USD / year

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Out-of-State

24030 USD / year

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In-State

13302 USD / year

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Living costs

Towson

United States

1797 - 3043 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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