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Enhance your expertise and advance your career with NDSU’s women and gender studies graduate certificate. Designed for graduate students and professionals alike, this interdisciplinary certificate deepens your understanding of how gender and sexuality shape society while adding value to your chosen field. Employers increasingly value diversity and inclusivity, making this certificate a powerful asset for educators seeking salary advancement, researchers aiming for dual appointments and professionals committed to fostering social justice.
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Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Comprehensive Curriculum
The 14-credit certificate combines core courses in professional development, research and community outreach with flexible electives tailored to disciplines like education, sociology, public health and history.
Real-World Experience
Gain hands-on experience by presenting at conferences, crafting impactful research and completing a capstone project that turns feminist theory into practice.
Professional Development and Leadership
Broaden your horizons and expand your experience outside of the classroom through involvement in student organizations, including the Women’s Activist Organization, Body Project and Violence Prevention Educators. Participation in extracurricular activities help you to connect with peers and develop leadership skills.
Tuition and Funding
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To help you cover tuition and expenses, various departments offer graduate assistantships designed to support your academic and professional goals.
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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking to further their education within a supportive, welcoming community.
No matter your academic path, we're committed to making your application process straightforward and stress-free. Find the specific requirements and steps for your graduate application.
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