Gender and Women’s Studies, B.A.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Gender and Women’s Studies, B.A. go on to work in these industries among others.

Government and Nonprofit

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Family Advocate $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Case Manager for Elderly Care $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Adult Education Instructor $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Social Caseworker $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Family Caregiver $ 40,000 - $ 49,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Claims Specialist $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Policy Analyst Principal $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Director of Campus Services $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Sexual Health Educator $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Pediatric Social Worker $ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Healthcare

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Operations Specialist $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Patient Services Representative $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Vocational Specialist $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Market Research Associate $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Registered Nurse $ 60,000 - $ 69,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Provider Network Coordinator $ 100,000 - $ 109,000
Audit Senior $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Executive Assistant $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Director of Care Coordination $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Clincial Director $ 100,000 - $ 109,000

Education

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Policy Associate $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
School Counselor $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Student Attorney $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Innovation Intern $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Equity Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Executive Director/Principle $ 150,000 +
Consulting Director $ 100,000 - $ 109,000
Call Center Manager $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Instructional Leader $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Education Advisor $ 70,000 - $ 79,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in Gender and Women’s Studies, B.A. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students

University of Rhode Island    |    Simmons College    |    Roger Williams University School of Law    |    University of Chester    |    Salve Regina University    |    Texas AandM University    |    New York University    |    Boston College Lynch School of Education    |    University of North Carolina at Charlotte    |    Worcester State University

Top Employers Hiring Our Grads

Boston Children's Hospital    |     The Gordon School    |     ADP    |     American Red Cross    |     Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Rhode Island    |     East Providence Housing Authority    |     CVS Health    |     Major League Baseball Advanced Media    |     Massachusetts Trial Court    |     Maternal and Child Health National Network    |     KPMG US    |     Illuminated Advisors    |     East Bay Community Action Program    |     Accu Rx Inc    |     State of Rhode Island    |     Sojourner House, Inc.    |     Anzalone and Associates, Inc.    |     Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance    |     Pricewaterhousecoopers, LLP    |     Magellan Management Inc.

What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

  • Critical thinking
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Digital technology
  • Professionalism
  • Career and self development
  • Equity and inclusion

Gender and Women’s Studies, B.A. Skills:

These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.

  1. Research
  2. Public Speaking
  3. Event Planning
  4. Teaching
  5. Advocacy

Contact


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Kingston, RI 02881

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