Undergraduate Majors

With more than 40 majors to choose from, our curriculum offers you unparalleled opportunity to pick your path and find the right fit for you, whether you’re interested in Natural Sciences and Mathematics or Social Sciences, or Humanities like History and English are more your style. 

Many of our majors also offer opportunities for internships and co-ops both locally and nationally, study abroad and service learning, where you make real-world impact on your community.

If you’re not sure which major is right for you, you’re not alone. Many incoming students aren’t sure with path is the right one—which may be why many of our first-year students choose our Exploratory Studies Program. Through Exploratory Studies, you’ll learn more about what each major has to offer, and whether it’s right for you. 

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Why study LGBTQ Studies?

This certificate explores the experiences, identities, and cultural and political contributions of LGBTQ people in the US and around the world. Students will learn LGBTQ Studies concepts, vocabulary, and major theories, examine concrete, local, and global social justice issues, and even have the opportunity to complete an optional internship experience.

Career Possibilities

This certificate will help prepare students to bring historical, cultural, and theoretical knowledge of LGBTQ identities and experiences into their field. 

Majoring in LGBTQ Studies

This certificate is compatible with any major at the university. 

Advising

If you have questions, please contact the certificate director. You can find their information on the certificate page.

UC Advantages and Special Opportunities

Students completing this certificate will have the opportunity to take classes from nationally and internationally known scholars in the field of LGBTQ studies.

Admission Requirements

Students already pursuing a degree in any college at UC can add the certificate to their program. Be sure to submit a declaration of the certificate program using our online form.

In addition, you must meet with the program director so that they are aware that you are pursuing the certificate and can advise you appropriately. Do this early enough to avoid delay in obtaining your certificate.

Students not currently pursuing a degree may declare the certificate after establishing non-matriculated status.

Transferring to UC Requirements

Any transfer credits will have to be approved by the director of the certificate, Carolyn Peterson, at Carolyn.Peterson@uc.edu. 

Accreditation

The University of Cincinnati and all regional campuses are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Quick Facts

CERT1 in LGBTQ Studies

Full-Time Program Duration

1.0 Years

Location

West Campus

Interest Areas:

Behavioral & Social Science

Culture & Languages

Humanities

Medicine & Health

Politics, Law & Social Justice

Social Science

Contact

2815 Commons Way
French Hall West, Room 3316
 Cincinnati, OH 45221
Phone: (513) 556-3917
Carolyn Peterson
carolyn.peterson@uc.edu