Best colleges for Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies in Washington
Ranked by graduate earnings
Western Washington University, Bellevue College and South Seattle College award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees and certificates in Washington: 111, 14 and 13 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 11 Washington colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies and award 160 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 2 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 | Western Washington University Bellingham Public · Bachelor's degree | $23,213 | 111 | 65% | — | $19,500 |
| 2 | Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $30,142 | 2 | 69% | $19,944 | $20,500 |
Colleges awarding the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in Washington
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 | Western Washington University Bellingham Public | 111 | $23,213 |
| 2 | Bellevue College Bellevue Public | 14 | Not reported |
| 3 | South Seattle College Seattle Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 4 | Renton Technical College Renton Public | 5 | Not reported |
| 5 | Skagit Valley College Mount Vernon Public | 4 | Not reported |
| 6 | Seattle Pacific University Seattle Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 8 | Heritage University Toppenish Private not-for-profit | 2 | Not reported |
| 9 | Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma Private not-for-profit | 2 | $30,142 |
| 10 | Spokane Community College Spokane Public | 2 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Washington colleges offering Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Washington University | Ellensburg | Public | 1 |
Common questions
Answers for students comparing Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies programs in Washington.
Which Washington colleges award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees?+
Western Washington University (111 graduates a year), Bellevue College (14 graduates a year) and South Seattle College (13 graduates a year) award the most Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies degrees and certificates in Washington, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 11 Washington colleges offer Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies.
Which Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program in Washington has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Western Washington University tops the list at $23,213. 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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