Bachelor in Women's Studies (Bachelor's)

Roanoke, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose this program

Taught in English
No application fee
Applications currently open

About Bachelor in Women's Studies (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in Women's Studies (Bachelor's), applications for the Jan 2027 intake close on Nov 1, 2026, while tuition is Tuition for the 2026-27 academic year is $48,500 per year for full-time undergraduate students..

Students engage in interdisciplinary analysis of power, identity, and culture through coursework and a required 4-credit internship. They examine how gender intersects with race, class, sexuality, and ability in shaping social and political realities. The programme emphasizes critical thinking and real-world application through practicum experiences and research projects. Students complete a capstone seminar and develop specialized knowledge through upper-level courses.

Focus areas include gender and power, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, disability and (dis)ability, citizenship.

The major requires 36 total credits, including 8 courses and a 4-credit internship. Core courses include foundational and capstone seminars, two theory courses, and upper-level 300-level electives tailored to student interests.

Graduates enter graduate programs in law, medicine, social work, and women’s studies, or work in nonprofit organizations, education, media, and public health.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. No specific GPA or test scores are required. Submit official transcripts and a personal statement outlining interest in gender and women’s studies.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 71% of applicants.

About Hollins University

Hollins University traces its campus history to 1842, with architecture that dates to its founding. Martha Louisa “Matty” Cocke, the founder’s daughter, later became the first woman to head a college in Virginia and served as Hollins’ president from 1901 to 1933. Traditions such as Opening Convocation, Tinker Day, and the Passing of the Robes connect current students with generations of Hollins women. The undergraduate program offers 29 majors within a liberal arts education shaped by discussion, discourse, and faculty guidance. Students can pursue research, including funded undergraduate opportunities and the Annual Science Seminar, as well as internships, leadership development, and study abroad in locations across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Graduate options include coeducational MFA and education-related MA programs. Hollins’ 475-acre campus lies at the foot of Tinker Mountain, with scenic hills, historic buildings, residence life, clubs, organizations, and community traditions. Roanoke offers access to Blue Ridge Mountain views and downtown life. International students apply through the Common Application, can submit their application without an application fee, and receive guidance from an admission counselor after applying. Hollins identifies international students as an important part of its community and provides a dedicated pathway for international applicants.