Best colleges for Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies in Arkansas
Ranked by graduate earnings
Arkansas State University - Newport, University of Arkansas at Monticello and Arkansas Tech University award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees and certificates in Arkansas: 100, 85 and 69 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 24 Arkansas colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies and award 488 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program offers students the opportunity to combine multiple academic disciplines into a cohesive field of study. This program is ideal for those who seek to explore various areas of knowledge, such as…
Top 5 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arkansas Tech University Russellville Public · Bachelor's degree | $37,760 | 69 | 49% | — | $34,046 |
| 2 | University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello Public · Associate degree | $30,523 | 85 | 49% | — | $15,333 |
| 3 | University of Arkansas Grantham LIttle Rock Public · Bachelor's degree Online Small program | $74,432 | 5 | 43% | — | $9,625 |
| 4 | University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College North Little Rock Public · Associate degree Small program | $31,360 | 10 | 36% | — | $9,125 |
| 5 | Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas De Queen Public · Associate degree Small program | $27,502 | 16 | 54% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Arkansas
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arkansas State University - Newport Newport Public | 100 | Not reported |
| 2 | University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello Public | 85 | $30,523 |
| 3 | Arkansas Tech University Russellville Public | 69 | $37,760 |
| 4 | North Arkansas College Harrison Public | 63 | Not reported |
| 5 | Arkansas State University - Beebe Beebe Public | 28 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 7 | Hendrix College Conway Private not-for-profit | 17 | Not reported |
| 8 | Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas De Queen Public | 16 | $27,502 |
| 9 | University of Central Arkansas Conway Public | 12 | Not reported |
| 10 | University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain Mena Public | 11 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 14 Arkansas colleges offering Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champion Christian College | Hot Springs | Private not-for-profit | 25 |
| University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College | North Little Rock | Public | 10 |
| Arkansas State University Mid-South | West Memphis | Public | 7 |
| University of Arkansas Grantham (Online) | LIttle Rock | Public | 5 |
| Arkansas State University | Jonesboro | Public | 4 |
| University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College | Forrest City | Public | 4 |
| University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana | Hope | Public | 4 |
| National Park College | Hot Springs | Public | 3 |
| Arkansas Northeastern College | Blytheville | Public | 3 |
| Ozarka College | Melbourne | Public | 1 |
| Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas | Helena | Public | 1 |
| Southeast Arkansas College | Pine Bluff | Public | 1 |
| South Arkansas College | El Dorado | Public | 1 |
| NorthWest Arkansas Community College | Bentonville | Public | 1 |
Common questions
Answers for students comparing Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies programs in Arkansas.
Which Arkansas colleges award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees?+
Arkansas State University - Newport (100 graduates a year), University of Arkansas at Monticello (85 graduates a year) and Arkansas Tech University (69 graduates a year) award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees and certificates in Arkansas, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 24 Arkansas colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies.
Which Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program in Arkansas has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Arkansas Tech University tops the list at $37,760. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program?+
The Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program offers students the opportunity to combine multiple academic disciplines into a cohesive field of study. This program is ideal for those who seek to explore various areas of knowledge, such as…
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