International Direct - Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts - Women's and Gender Studies

International direct admission to Louisiana State University (LSU) is designed for international students who possess advanced English-language skills. The program is focused on fostering academic, cultural, and professional growth to help students excel in their studies and prepare for a successful future.

As an international direct student at Louisiana State University, individuals will benefit from:

The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Women’s and Gender Studies (WGS) is an interdisciplinary program that explores the various roles gender plays in daily life, the impacts of gendered practices on social, cultural, and political behavior and thought, and the intersections of gender with race, sexuality, ability, age, and class. Courses within this program cover topics such as women in culture and history, gender and its relationships with race, class, and sexuality, and gender’s presence in literature, politics, law, and the sciences.

A degree in WGS offers numerous opportunities in various fields, including: