Overview

The Master’s in Critical Sexuality Studies at California Institute of Integral Studies balances foundational and specialized coursework to prepare each student to pursue the scholarship that best suits their academic and career goals. Our three distinct emphases allow students to specialize in topics in critical sexuality studies while also receiving a deep understanding of the field.

A M.S. in Critical Sexuality Studies can prepare students for certification by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT).

Career Paths

Career opportunities in SexTech include roles in technology development, entrepreneurial innovation, and leadership . Graduates of this program will be well-equipped to enter the growing industries of SexTech and FemTech. The global SexTech industry is expected to surpass $125 billion by 2031 , and the FemTech market is projected to reach over $75 billion by 2025 .

Graduates will contribute to building more equitable tech ecosystems and advancing digital spaces that enhance well-being, privacy, and sexual rights for all.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Health Analysis

SexTech

Sex Counseling

Biostatistics and Big Data

Program/policy evaluation

Designing User-Centered Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00

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More details

International students are encouraged to meet priority deadlines due to additional time required for obtaining the student visa.

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

36-37

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

Gender & Sexuality Studies Public Health View 15 other Masters in Gender & Sexuality Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Admissions Application
Degree Requirement: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. The bachelor’s degree must be conferred to begin fall semester classes but may be in process during application to the program. A 3.0 minimum GPA is required.
Transcripts
Admissions Essays:
Please complete both essays of 500 words each:
1.Why is pursuing an MS in Critical Sexuality Studies essential for your professional growth at this stage of your career?
2.Please explain your chosen degree emphasis: Sex Counseling, Sex Tech, or Public Health Analysis.
Resume/CV
Professional or Academic Writing Sample
Two Letters of Recommendation
International Students: Foreign Credential Evaluations if applicable and ESL test scores if applicable.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

1374 USD / year

≈ 1374 USD / year
Out-of-State

1374 USD / year

≈ 1374 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

1374 USD / year

≈ 1374 USD / year

Funding

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