Interdisciplinary Studies

Program Type: Major

Program Level: Undergraduate

Department: Interdisciplinary Studies

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The interdisciplinary studies major meets the needs of students who wish to design their own area of study. Students interested in the interdisciplinary studies major should meet with an advisor for initial planning. Each student designs a program and prepares a proposal related to the student’s career choice. Eligible students may earn an emphasis in allied health. This emphasis requires an associate degree or previous coursework (minimum of 50 credits) in a medical/ health related specialty.

The following guidelines apply to the interdisciplinary studies program:

Major must consist of 48 credits*

Option 1: 16 credits* from three disciplines or
Option 2: 24 credits* from two disciplines
Option 3: 24 credits* from one discipline and 12 credits* from two additional disciplines

Students must obtain the approval from each discipline expert. Courses may not be applied twice to satisfy general education and major requirements.

Must earn a minimum of 24* credits in residence after the plan is approved (note that in progress courses have not been earned yet).

Must earn 16 credits* of major in residence (standard graduation policy).

* credits are reduced by half for associate degree