Womens Studies Major

Description: A program that focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of women, and the development of modern feminism in relation to the roles played by women in different periods and locations in North America and the world. Programs may focus on literature, philosophy, and the arts as much as on social studies and policy. Is Womens Studies the right major for you?
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Womens Studies Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$76,720

Median Hourly Wage

$36.88*

Total Employed Nationally

8,980


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.