Careers

The women, gender, and sexuality studies program encourages creative, innovative and collaborative frameworks of study. We work to meet the wide-ranging needs of students like you, developing meaningful learning experiences for those who wish to pursue careers in academia or who may be interested in community organizing, feminist nonprofit work, and/or other professional areas.

An undergraduate degree in WGSS from Oregon State is a stepping stone toward careers in advocacy, criminal justice, education and social work. Many of our graduates also use their degree as a foundation for graduate school or law school.

Job market outlook 

Use the interactive tool on this page to discover employment trends, top occupations and salary details for professionals who have skills related to women, gender, and sexuality studies. Please be aware that completing a program related to the job market information shown here does not guarantee employment or a specific salary.

For information about job prospects for these career fields, please visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Handbook.

Career services

An added benefit is that you’ll have access to OSU's Career Development Center, which provides valuable resources to help you find lifelong career success and meaningful employment in a diverse world.