Best colleges for Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies in Minnesota
Ranked by graduate earnings
Metropolitan State University, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and Saint Cloud State University are the top bachelor's Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies programs in Minnesota by graduate earnings. Metropolitan State University leads with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $49,751, College Scorecard. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Metropolitan State University and Saint Cloud State University award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Minnesota: 140, 105 and 61 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 27 Minnesota colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies and award 550 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 7 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 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul Public · Bachelor's degree | $49,751 | 105 | 44% | — | $35,110 |
| 2 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public · Bachelor's degree | $42,339 | 140 | 85% | — | $20,500 |
| 3 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public · Bachelor's degree | $42,192 | 61 | 40% | — | $28,551 |
| 4 | Winona State University Winona Public · Bachelor's degree | $40,406 | 26 | 57% | — | $29,750 |
| 5 | Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato Public · Bachelor's degree | $37,880 | 29 | 54% | — | $30,325 |
| 6 | University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $54,656 | 19 | 50% | — | $31,000 |
| 7 | University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $31,828 | 9 | 68% | $23,114 | $18,000 |
Colleges awarding the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Minnesota
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 Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public | 140 | $42,339 |
| 2 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul Public | 105 | $49,751 |
| 3 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public | 61 | $42,192 |
| 4 | Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato Public | 29 | $37,880 |
| 5 | Dakota County Technical College Rosemount Public | 27 | Not reported |
| 6 | Winona State University Winona Public | 26 | $40,406 |
| 7 | University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston Public | 19 | $54,656 |
| 8 | University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth Public | 18 | Not reported |
| 9 | Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 10 | North Central University Minneapolis Private not-for-profit | 15 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 17 Minnesota colleges offering Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bemidji State University | Bemidji | Public | 12 |
| Hennepin Technical College | Brooklyn Park | Public | 12 |
| Inver Hills Community College | Inver Grove Heights | Public | 10 |
| University of Northwestern-St Paul | Saint Paul | Private not-for-profit | 9 |
| Bethel University | Saint Paul | Private not-for-profit | 8 |
| Rochester Community and Technical College | Rochester | Public | 7 |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | Winona | Private not-for-profit | 7 |
| University of Minnesota-Morris | Morris | Public | 6 |
| Central Lakes College - Brainerd | Brainerd | Public | 4 |
| Gustavus Adolphus College | Saint Peter | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Hamline University | Saint Paul | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | Alexandria | Public | 2 |
| Macalester College | Saint Paul | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| North Hennepin Community College | Brooklyn Park | Public | 2 |
| Normandale Community College | Bloomington | Public | 2 |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College | Granite Falls | Public | 1 |
| Minnesota State College Southeast | Winona | Public | 1 |
Common questions
Answers for students comparing Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies programs in Minnesota.
Which Minnesota colleges award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees?+
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (140 graduates a year), Metropolitan State University (105 graduates a year) and Saint Cloud State University (61 graduates a year) award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Minnesota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 27 Minnesota colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies.
What is the best college for Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies in Minnesota?+
By graduate earnings, Metropolitan State University leads among bachelor's Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies programs in Minnesota, with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $49,751, College Scorecard. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and Saint Cloud State University follow. By degrees awarded, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is the largest, with 140 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25).
Which Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program in Minnesota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Metropolitan State University tops the list at $49,751. 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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