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B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies

Are you interested in achieving your dream to earn a college degree, but don’t want to spend time on coursework that isn’t related to your professional goals? If so, Walsh University’s newest accelerated degree program, a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, may be the option for you.

With this program, you can essentially build your own major by choosing three areas of study in concentrations. Options include: Accounting, Corporate Communication, Digital Media, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Psychology, Sociology or Theology.

Average Length of
Program: 12-24 Months

Average Program Cost:
$18,000*

Next Start Dates:
May 5, June 30, August 18

Why Build Your Own Major?

  • Increased Flexibility. Walsh's accelerated degree programs are already known for their flexible 8-week courses sessions and online availability, but now students also have more flexibility in their areas of study.
  • Leverage Career Experience. Not only can you earn credits for previous work experience, you can also tailor your major to your personal career goals. By now you know which areas are key for future career growth, and this program allows you to streamline your course load to enhance your professional acumen.
  • Maximize Your Personal ROI. Rather than choosing between two or three majors, now you can earn one bachelor's degree that encompasses three areas of study, allowing you to increase your marketability and get the most from the investment in your education.

The Walsh Advantage

  • Earn your degree online from an accredited, trusted university
  • Affordable, transparent tuition
  • Military Friendly designation
  • Tuition deferment/payment plans available (Ask for details!)
  • Personalized attention from expert faculty
  • Earn credits for previous life experience and work training

Admission Requirements

  • Must be age 21 or older
  • Accepts transfer coursework of a C- or higher
  • 2.0 GPA or higher
  • Apply (Free)
  • Submit Documents (High School and College Transcripts and Resume) Electronically to degreecompletion@walsh.edu  or Mailed Directly to: 
    • Walsh University, Degree Completion & Online Programs
      2020 East Maple Street
      North Canton, OH 44720
  • Talk to a Walsh Enrollment Manager about Transfer Credits and Additional Credits for Prior Learning
  • Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) , use Walsh’s school code: 003135
  • Review Degree Plan, Financial Aid and Enroll!

View complete list of admission requirements.

Review the complete BA or BS in Interdisciplinary Studies Program Curriculum Outline.

 

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Questions?

Please contact Hannah Nagy, Admissions Recruiter for Online Programs, at hnagy@walsh.edu

*Factoring in work experience, transfer credits, and aid. Every student’s situation is different. For a customized estimate, please contact the Office of Admissions.

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Interdisciplinary Studies Core Curriculum Highlights

Disciplinary Studies – Insert 3 clusters of 4 courses totaling 12 credit hours, each in a different discipline or area of study, for a total of 36 credit hours.

     Discipline/Area of Study A - 12 Credit Hours
     Discipline/Area of Study B - 12 Credit Hours
     Discipline/Area of Study C - 12 Credit Hours

*At least one course in each disciplinary study area must be 300 level or above. Transfer students must take at least one course in each disciplinary study area at Walsh University.

HUM 401 - Integrative Project - Gen Stud

Examines an idea from the various points of view of different disciplines to give a student a broad understanding of a particular topic through lectures, discussions, and individual research. Emphasis on interrelation of ideas and integration of knowledge. Offered every semester.

Prerequisite: Junior and senior status with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

IDS 480 - Interdisciplinary Studies Internship

Interdisciplinary Studies majors are required to complete an internship related to at least one of their three areas of study. If an internship course in a specific discipline is not open to Interdisciplinary Studies majors, the student may fulfill their internship requirement through IDS 480. The Chair of Humanities will assist the student in identifying a partner for them to work with.

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