Marian University MPath

BS in Interdisciplinary Studies

100% ONLINE | 6 STARTS PER YEAR | FINISH IN 18 MONTHS

Finish Your Bachelor’s
Degree 100% Online!

Marian University MPath

BS in Interdisciplinary Studies

100% ONLINE | 6 STARTS PER YEAR | FINISH IN 18 MONTHS

Finish Your Bachelor’s
Degree 100% Online!

It’s time to finish your bachelor’s degree!

Finishing your degree is closer than you think. The online Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies is the right path to earn or finish your bachelor’s degree. With an IDS from Marian University, you will sharpen your skills, open doors of opportunity, advance your career, or just pursue your passion for life-long learning.

What You’ll Learn in an Interdisciplinary Studies program

Learn the tools of critical thinking, writing and communicating effectively, modes of reasoning, philosophy, art, and literature. Gain a holistic understanding of science, society, and the humanities. Learn how to lead people and organizations in a complex world.

The IDS course curriculum includes:

  • Critical, ethical, and creative reasoning
  • Scientific reasoning, including biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, geology, astronomy
  • Social scientific reasoning, including sociology, psychology, economics, communications, political science, geology, archeology, and anthropology
  • Senior Seminar studies include either social science or humanities track

Why Choose Marian’s BS in Interdisciplinary Studies?

  • 100% online

  • Full or part-time. Study around your schedule

  • MPath 7-week accelerated learning

  • Earn your degree in as little as 18 months

  • Transfer up to 90 credits

  • Earn credit for work outside the classroom

  • Affordable tuition

Is the IDS Degree from Marian University Right for You?

For Associate
Degree Holders

Those with an associate in any subject who want to complete their bachelor’s degree can do so with the IDS from Marian University. Maximize your transfer credits and earn the bachelor’s degree that’s been waiting for you.

For Bachelor’s
Degree Completion

Do you have course credits but no degree? Even if you have credits from several schools and have not finished an associate degree, you can complete your education and reach your goals with a BS in Interdisciplinary Studies.

For Job
Advancement

A bachelor’s degree opens doors to opportunity. Graduates earn top management jobs and higher salaries. The IDS degree prepares you to become the kind of innovative problem-solver, leader, and critical thinker employers need.

For Undecided
Students

If you goal is a bachelor’s degree, but you have no specific major in mind, interdisciplinary studies is for you. The skills and knowledge you’ll gain from this versatile degree will guide you wherever you work and life goals take you.

Pursue Your Path to Career Success

An IDS degree prepares you with the communication, writing, and analytics skills employers in all sectors look for.

Career paths and job outlook through 2028

CAREER PATHS MEDIAN SALARIES JOB GROWTH
Human Resource Specialist $61,920 5%
Fundraiser $57,970 9%
Middle School Teacher $59,660 3%
Sales Representative $63,000 2%
Training and Development $61,210 9%
Probation Officer $54,290 3%

  • Human Resource Specialist
    Median Salary: $61,920
    Job Growth: 5%

  • Fundraiser
    Median Salary: $57,970
    Job Growth: 9%

  • Middle School Teacher
    Median Salary: $59,660
    Job Growth: 3%

  • Sales Representative
    Median Salary: $63,000
    Job Growth: 2%

  • Training and Development
    Median Salary: $61,210
    Job Growth: 9%

  • Probation Officer
    Median Salary: $54,290
    Job Growth: 3%

MPath Online Program Schedule: 7-Week Accelerated

The online BS in Interdisciplinary Studies is one of the Marian University MPath undergraduate programs offered in a 7-Week Accelerated format. With 100% online classes and 6 possible starts per year, the 7-Week Accelerated program provides a high-quality online degree with the flexibility that today’s adult learners are seeking. The flexible coursework design and ability to focus on fewer topics at once is custom made for adult students who are ready to take their education and career to the next level.

Take the First Step Toward Finishing Your Degree!

The Marian University Benefit

  • Marian is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accreditor with authority to accredit colleges and universities throughout the United States.

  • Marian is a member of NC-SARA (National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements).

  • Marian University holds programmatic accreditation for degrees in nursing, business, social work, and teacher education.

Marian University

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Sponsored by the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes

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