Overview

The Gender and Sexuality program from Governors State University connects the student community, emphasizing the major’s interdisciplinary nature. Last year, two of the club’s students, both Psychology majors, presented research on statewide support for the transgender youth of Illinois at a national conference.

Career

The versatility of the study of gender and sexuality equates to a wide range of career opportunities. You may consider occupations in human services, such as psychology, social work, or human resources, or to continue your academic studies at the graduate level. Students in the Gender and Sexuality program often choose to double major, increasing the specialization of their studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Gender and Identity in Literature

Philosophy of Race, Gender, Justice and Identity

Love: What Everyone Needs to Know

Sex: What Everyone Needs to Know

Sociology of Marriage and Family

Work and Family Life

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

Applications are considered on a rolling basis until April 1st or until the first year class is filled.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Gender & Sexuality Studies View 413 other Bachelors in Gender & Sexuality Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

have graduated or will graduate from high school with a minimum 2.00 GPA on a 4.0 scale
GPA, GPA in college prep courses, the strength of curriculum, standardized test scores (ACT/SAT), Personal letter of application, writing sample, student’s demonstrated interest, letters of recommendation (counselor, teacher, community leader, etc.), class rank, subject test scores (AP/IB), extracurricular activities (clubs, student government, athletics, employment, etc.)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10740 USD / year

≈ 10740 USD / year
Out-of-State

5370 USD / year

≈ 5370 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5370 USD / year

≈ 5370 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 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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Scholarships Information

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