Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies · federal classification: Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Median earnings by degree level
| Degree | Median earnings | Typical range | Schools | Clear the bar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate's Degree | $49,313 | $45,339 to $56,585 | 44 | 91% |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,090 | $48,668 to $59,054 | 207 | 98% |
| Master's Degree | $67,228 | $62,236 to $84,825 | 28 | 100% |
| Non-Credential Program (Preparatory Coursework/Teacher Certification) | $65,118 | $62,912 to $69,599 | 5 | 100% |
"Clear the bar" is the share of programs whose graduates out-earn a typical high-school graduate (the federal earnings-premium test). Typical range is the 25th to 75th percentile of program medians.
Where this is studied
The 8 colleges where the most students complete a interdisciplinary studies program, of 674 that report one. Ordered by number of completions only: this is where people study it, not a judgement about where to.
- Liberty University
- Fullerton College
- Texas A&M University-College Station
- University of North Texas
- Citrus College
- Thomas Edison State University
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
- University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Earnings source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10), median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Report an error.