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The Interdisciplinary Studies Department offers students Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree programs which empower them to accomplish a broad set of post-graduation goals. The benefits of the degrees are:

  • are customizable;
  • leverage transfer credit;
  • offer online and on-campus course options;
  • award academic credit for approved apprenticeships and certifications, portfolio submission, and other professional learning credentials;
  • introduce foundational interdisciplinary research skills.

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ProgramRequirementsCustomizable?Transfer Credit Accepted?Credit for Experiential / Prior Learning / ApprenticeshipsCan be completed 100% online?World Language Required?Supports specific community needs
BA–Interdisciplinary Studies YesYesYesYes
BA–Interdisciplinary Studies: Africana Studies Somewhat, requires minorYesMostly, see AAST DirectorYesYes
BA–Interdisciplinary Studies: Experiential LearningYesYesYes, lower division to 45 creditslower division to 45 creditsYesYes
BA–Interdisciplinary Studies: Liberal Arts Requires 20 upper division credits each in Humanities/Arts, Science, Social ScienceSomewhat, requires 20-20-20 credit distributionYesYes, subject to availabilityYes
BS—Interdisciplinary Studies: Interdisciplinary Behavioral Health
Requires minors in Addiction Studies & Psychology + upper division courses on diverse human backgroundsMinimally due to built-in academic planYesYes, lower division to 45 creditsYesNoYes
BS–Interdisciplinary Studies: Workforce Management
Requires minors in Business Administration, Communication Studies, and Psychology in the Workplace Certificate.Minimally due to built-in academic planYesYes, lower division to 45 creditsYesNoYes