Women's & Gender Studies

Programs & Degrees
Women's & Gender Studies

Visit

Apply

Contact Us

Boulder County Campus

Catlyn Keenan

Larimer Campus

Kristina Kahl

Westminster Campus

Kalynn Amundson

If you're passionate about social justice, history and community impact, the Women's & Gender Studies program can lead you to a meaningful career as a future change maker.

In this program, you’ll explore the roles of gender, identity and power, both past and present. You’ll study topics from the humanities, social sciences and liberal arts—paying close attention to systems of oppression and power. You'll gain the tools to think critically, communicate clearly and engage thoughtfully as a citizen and leader.
Whether you plan to transfer to a four-year university or start your career right away, this program can lead to opportunities in social work, education, government, nonprofits, law and more.

Why Study Women's & Gender Studies at FRCC?

FRCC is the only community college in Colorado that offers an associate of arts (AA) degree in Women’s and Gender Studies—making it a unique place to begin your journey in this exciting and meaningful field.

Because all courses in this program are guaranteed to transfer to Colorado public universities, you’ll have a smooth path to continue your studies toward a bachelor’s degree. Plus, the skills you gain are valuable in almost any career—from social work and education to law, public policy and nonprofit leadership.

Beyond academics, FRCC’s supportive learning environment helps you connect ideas to action. Whether you’re passionate about activism, community work, or simply want to better understand the world around you, this program encourages reflection, empathy and awareness. You’ll leave not only with a degree but with the tools and confidence to be a thoughtful and compassionate leader in any path you choose.

Degree Details

AA in Women & Gender Studies

Locations: Larimer, Westminster, Online
Total Credits: 60 credits (4 semesters)

In this program, you’ll have the chance to question assumptions about gender, power, identity and inequality while exploring how institutions like family, politics, healthcare and the economy shape people’s experiences. You’ll gain insight into important social issues such as pay equity, representation, healthcare access, sexual harassment—and how these topics intersect with race and class.

Courses include Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies, Women & Social Action, Goddesses and Women of the Ancient World, and Women’s Sexuality.
Courses span historical, cultural, social justice, and health/identity topics.
The program encourages students to engage with issues of equity and justice. It is not only academic but also connects to making change in communities.
If you want to combine interests (e.g., psychology + social justice, health + gender, law + inequality) this field gives you tools and frameworks to integrate diverse ideas.

View Program Details

Transfer Options

You can transfer your AA degree in Women's studies to the University of Colorado, Denver: Integrated Studies Bachelor of Arts degree. A transfer agreement with Colorado State University is also in progress.

Be sure to talk with an advisor when selecting your courses to ensure you will complete your degree on time with the classes you need.