Program Overview
The Women's and Gender Studies at Loyola University Chicago is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Women's and Gender Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,033 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Chicago, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Women's and Gender Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- History of Feminist Thought
- Queer Theory
- Global Feminisms
- Feminist Methodogies & Foundations
- Sociology of Gender
- Diversity in Human Experience
- History of Feminist Thought
- Religion, Violence, & Peace
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
The MA program application requires three letters of recommendation, transcripts from all universities attended, a personal statement of purpose and a writing sample of five to twenty-five pages that includes citations and references, as well as the completed application form with application fee. Letters of reference from professors are preferred. The writing sample may be on any topic.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,033 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,033 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loyola University Chicago directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, United States
Loyola University Chicago is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months