Interdisciplinary Studies
Design a degree that reflects your unique goals, interests, and career aspirations. West Liberty University’s Interdisciplinary Studies program empowers students to build a customized academic pathway that combines knowledge from multiple disciplines and prepares them for a wide range of professional opportunities.
Build a degree
around your goals
Not every student’s path fits neatly into a traditional major. The Interdisciplinary Studies program allows you to create a personalized course of study that integrates multiple academic disciplines, helping you align your education with your professional ambitions and personal interests.
Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Total Credits: Standard bachelor’s degree requirements (see current catalog)
Outcome: Customized interdisciplinary concentration and bachelor’s degree
Format: On-campus
Program
Overview
The Interdisciplinary Studies program exists to provide students with a flexible academic pathway when traditional majors do not fully support their educational or career objectives. Students work closely with faculty advisors to develop an approved curriculum that draws from two or more academic disciplines, creating a meaningful and career-focused degree experience.
Who This
Program Is For
Self-Directed Learners
Students who want greater ownership of their education and enjoy creating a customized academic plan.
Emerging Professionals
Students pursuing careers that require knowledge across multiple disciplines rather than expertise in a single traditional major.
Creative Thinkers
Students interested in combining diverse areas of study to explore complex problems and innovative solutions.
Career Changers or Explorers
Students whose interests have evolved and who need a flexible program that aligns with new professional goals.
Graduate School Aspirants
Students preparing for advanced study in fields that benefit from broad academic preparation and interdisciplinary perspectives.
What
You’ll Learn
Graduates develop the ability to connect ideas across disciplines, think critically about complex issues, and apply knowledge from multiple fields to real-world challenges.
Interdisciplinary Problem Solving
- Integrate knowledge from multiple academic disciplines
- Analyze complex issues from diverse perspectives
- Develop innovative solutions to multifaceted challenges
Critical Thinking & Communication
- Conduct research across subject areas
- Communicate effectively with varied audiences
- Evaluate information and evidence to support decision-making
Professional & Academic Adaptability
- Create individualized learning plans
- Apply transferable skills across industries
- Adapt to evolving workplace and educational environments
Curriculum
Overview
The curriculum is designed around a student-developed concentration that combines coursework from two or more disciplines. Students work with faculty mentors and advisors to create an approved academic plan that supports specific career, professional, or educational goals.
Program Structure
- University General Education Requirements
- Interdisciplinary Concentration Coursework
- Supporting Electives
- Experiential Learning Opportunities
- Capstone or Culminating Academic Experience (as applicable)
Required Prerequisites Include:
- Admission to West Liberty University
- Development of an approved interdisciplinary curriculum plan
- Faculty and program approval for selected concentration
Admission Requirements
Students must work with advisors and program leadership to create and gain approval for a personalized course of study before entering the program. Requirements may vary based on the selected concentration area.
Career &
Outcomes
Because the degree is customized, graduates are prepared for a diverse range of careers that align with their chosen concentration areas. The interdisciplinary nature of the program also prepares students for positions that value adaptability, collaboration, and broad-based problem solving.
Potential career paths include:
- Project Coordinator
- Nonprofit Program Manager
- Community Development Specialist
- Business Operations Associate
- Human Resources Professional
- Graduate or Professional School Candidate
The program develops transferable skills that are highly valued across industries, including communication, critical thinking, research, collaboration, and adaptability. Graduates leave prepared to pursue career opportunities that may not fit within traditional academic boundaries.
Admission
Requirements
The Interdisciplinary Studies program is designed to ensure students have a clear academic purpose and a well-developed plan for achieving their educational and career objectives. The approval process helps students build a coherent and meaningful course of study.
Requirements:
- Admission to West Liberty University
- Consultation with academic advisor
- Submission of proposed interdisciplinary curriculum plan
- Approval from appropriate faculty and program leadership
- Compliance with university degree requirements
Application Deadline:
Consult the current catalog and academic advising office for current deadlines.
Applicants are evaluated based on the strength, coherence, and academic integrity of their proposed program of study and its alignment with educational and career goals.
Advisors are available to help students develop an academic plan and navigate the approval process.
Cost, Aid &
Affordability
West Liberty University is committed to delivering a high-quality professional education that remains accessible and affordable.
Students may be eligible for:
- Federal and state financial aid
- Institutional scholarships
- Program-specific or need-based assistance
Financial aid counselors and academic advisors work closely with students to help them understand costs, explore funding options, and plan for their educational investment.
Steps to
Enrollment
Step 1: Apply to West Liberty University
Step 2: Meet with an academic advisor to discuss your goals
Step 3: Develop and submit your Interdisciplinary Studies academic plan
Step 4: Receive program approval and prepare for enrollment
Admissions counselors and program advisors are here to support you at every step.
Become A
Hilltopper
West Liberty University is a place where you can pursue your dreams and prepare for the future. With more than 60 programs, a vibrant campus life, small classes, and an affordable cost, the quality education you’ll get at West Liberty is like no other.