Forbes’ annual billionaires list has long been dominated by men. Fortunately, though, things are beginning to change. From the co-founder of Gap to Oprah Winfrey, these super-rich American female entrepreneurs have made their way to the top off their own backs through ventures that include pharmaceuticals, fast food, and media empires. 

On International Women's Day, read on to see the top 15 self-made women in the USA today, according to Forbes' list of America's Richest Self-Made Women 2022 and real-time data. All dollar amounts in US dollars.