Best colleges for Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies in Iowa
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Iowa, Western Iowa Tech Community College and Eastern Iowa Community College District award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Iowa: 185, 8 and 6 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 12 Iowa colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies and award 219 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 3 bachelor's programs, 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 | University of Iowa Iowa City Public · Bachelor's degree | $38,584 | 185 | 75% | — | $24,929 |
| 2 | Buena Vista University Storm Lake Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $37,138 | 3 | 62% | $17,609 | $34,965 |
| 3 | Iowa State University Ames Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $36,006 | 1 | 75% | — | $25,687 |
Colleges awarding the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Iowa
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, 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 | University of Iowa Iowa City Public | 185 | $38,584 |
| 2 | Western Iowa Tech Community College Sioux City Public | 8 | Not reported |
| 3 | Eastern Iowa Community College District Davenport Public | 6 | Not reported |
| 4 | Grinnell College Grinnell Private not-for-profit | 5 | Not reported |
| 5 | Saint Ambrose University Davenport Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 6 | Buena Vista University Storm Lake Private not-for-profit | 3 | $37,138 |
| 7 | Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 8 | Morningside University Sioux City Private not-for-profit | 2 | Not reported |
| 9 | Iowa State University Ames Public | 1 | $36,006 |
| 10 | Iowa Western Community College Council Bluffs Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Iowa colleges offering Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luther College | Decorah | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| William Penn University | Oskaloosa | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Common questions
Answers for students comparing Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies programs in Iowa.
Which Iowa colleges award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees?+
University of Iowa (185 graduates a year), Western Iowa Tech Community College (8 graduates a year) and Eastern Iowa Community College District (6 graduates a year) award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Iowa, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 12 Iowa colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies.
Which Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program in Iowa has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Iowa tops the list at $38,584. 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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