Graduate Certificate in Gender and Women's Studies
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A graduate certificate in Gender and Women’s Studies is ideal for individuals who are passionate about exploring the social, cultural, and political issues surrounding gender equality, women's rights, and feminist theory. Graduates often pursue careers in social justice advocacy, policy analysis, education, or non-profit organizations, working to advance gender equity, influence public policy, or promote awareness of gender-related issues in various professional settings.
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Gender and Women's Studies at the University of Kentucky offers a graduate-level, interdisciplinary foundation in the field, fostering scholarly exploration of gender, identity, and power. Designed to create an intellectual community among students and faculty, the program supports those seeking to deepen their engagement with Gender and Women's Studies—either as a complement to another graduate degree or as a stand-alone academic pursuit.
Admission Requirements
Please view the Graduate School's Admission Requirements. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Application Requirements
Please view the application requirements for the Graduate School. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Program Specific Requirements
A minimum GPA of 3.0 in all undergraduate work. A minimum GPA of 3.0 in any graduate work. Please note that some requirements for the Gender and Women's Studies Graduate Certificate curriculum exceed minimum requirements of the Graduate School for Postbaccalaureate status. For this reason, as well as others, admission to the Graduate School does not guarantee admission to the Gender and Women's Studies Program Graduate Certificate curriculum.
Application Deadlines
Domestic
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Fall
- 07/25/2025
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Spring
- 12/12/2025
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Summer
- 04/18/2026
International
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Fall
- 04/15/2025
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Spring
- 09/15/2025
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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