Best colleges for Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies in Pennsylvania
Ranked by graduate earnings
Franklin and Marshall College, Point Park University and Gettysburg College award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Pennsylvania: 75, 24 and 17 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 27 Pennsylvania colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies and award 757 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 | Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $43,593 | 75 | 84% | $27,178 | $19,875 |
| 2 | Drexel University Philadelphia Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $72,174 | 10 | 78% | $36,004 | $25,878 |
| 3 | Moravian University Bethlehem Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $37,824 | 11 | 72% | $28,454 | $27,000 |
Top certificate or associate program
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh Public · Certificate | $29,585 | 499 | 85% | — | $25,308 |
Colleges awarding the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Pennsylvania
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 | Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster Private not-for-profit | 75 | $43,593 |
| 2 | Point Park University Pittsburgh Private not-for-profit | 24 | Not reported |
| 3 | Gettysburg College Gettysburg Private not-for-profit | 17 | Not reported |
| 4 | Mercyhurst University Erie Private not-for-profit | 15 | Not reported |
| 5 | Marywood University Scranton Private not-for-profit | 12 | Not reported |
| 6 | Bucks County Community College Newtown Public | 11 | Not reported |
| 7 | Moravian University Bethlehem Private not-for-profit | 11 | $37,824 |
| 8 | Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr Private not-for-profit | 10 | Not reported |
| 9 | Drexel University Philadelphia Private not-for-profit | 10 | $72,174 |
| 10 | University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown Public | 8 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 17 Pennsylvania colleges offering Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | Pittsburgh | Public | 499 |
| Community College of Philadelphia | Philadelphia | Public | 17 |
| Northampton County Area Community College | Bethlehem | Public | 8 |
| Bryn Athyn College of the New Church | Bryn Athyn | Private not-for-profit | 6 |
| Delaware Valley University | Doylestown | Private not-for-profit | 5 |
| Waynesburg University | Waynesburg | Private not-for-profit | 5 |
| Lebanon Valley College | Annville | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Westminster College | New Wilmington | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Bucknell University | Lewisburg | Private not-for-profit | 3 |
| Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Erie-Behrend College | Erie | Public | 3 |
| Lehigh University | Bethlehem | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Messiah University | Mechanicsburg | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Saint Francis University | Loretto | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Chestnut Hill College | Philadelphia | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| Lafayette College | Easton | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania | Shippensburg | Public | 1 |
| York College of Pennsylvania | York | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Common questions
Answers for students comparing Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies programs in Pennsylvania.
Which Pennsylvania colleges award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees?+
Franklin and Marshall College (75 graduates a year), Point Park University (24 graduates a year) and Gettysburg College (17 graduates a year) award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Pennsylvania, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 27 Pennsylvania colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies.
Which Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program in Pennsylvania has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Franklin and Marshall College tops the list at $43,593. 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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