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    Gender and Women's Studies, MA

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    Madison, USMAIn-person2 years
    $51,154.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    29%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $81.00
    App fee

    Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $51,154.

    About the program

    Provides advanced feminist training in gender analysis across multidisciplinary perspectives including queer studies, transgender studies, sexuality studies, race and ethnicity studies, disability studies, area and global studies, cultural studies, postcolonial and transnational studies. Curriculum covers intersectionality of oppression, militarism, migration, politics of representation, identities, bodies, social movements, work, family and education at global, local, regional and national levels using interdisciplinary methodologies.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 92
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,960.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $51,154 across 30 required credits.
    Is Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 GPA
    How competitive is Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Gender and Women's Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison reports an acceptance rate of approximately 29%.