Department of Women's & Gender StudiesAcademics
Students can major or minor in Women's Studies, or combine a focus on gender and sexuality into a number of our existing majors. Our flexible degree program allows students to easily double major to create a distinct area of academic and applied expertise. For undergraduates, we offer both the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. Graduate students in any master or doctoral-level program can also earn a graduate certificate in Women's Studies, designed to support a range of areas of concentration. At both levels, these degrees enhance career opportunities in governmental and non-governmental agencies, law, criminal justice, public relations, journalism, counseling, the health professions, business, social welfare, education, and many other fields. They also provide a strong foundation for continued academic and professional development in a range of disciplines.
Explore Our Programs
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Both the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science degrees are offered through the Department of Women's and Gender Studies.
Queer Studies Minor
For students interested in adding to any existing ODU major or taking alongside the Women's Studies Minor.
Graduate Certificate
To enroll in the Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies, please contact the Graduate Certificate Director, Jennifer Fish.
