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Interdisciplinary Studies

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

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What is Interdisciplinary Studies?

This major includes two concentrations: Jewish Studies and Medieval Studies. Jewish Studies will provide you with knowledge of the Hebrew language. You will have the opportunity to study Yiddish. This concentration will also expose you to an appreciation of Jewish religion, culture, and history. Medieval Studies will introduce you to medieval cultures across the world. You will learn about the history, ideas, beliefs, and values of the diverse cultures that comprised the medieval globe. If the topic you’re interested in isn’t part of this major, consider developing your own major through our Individual Plans of Study program.

Career Options

  • Academia
  • Anthropology
  • Foreign service
  • History
  • Law
  • Museum curation

Post-Graduation Success1

84% employed or continuing education

54% employed after graduation

29% attending graduate school

1% volunteering

$51,527 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Hauswirth/CO, DLA Piper View All

Sample grad school destinations: The Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya, Yale University View All

Program Resources

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

  • Demonstrated understanding of and interest in the major

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Guide

Graduation & Retention2

4.0 years to degree

92% first-year retention rate

72% four-year graduation rate

85% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs3

Illinois Resident

  • Tuition: $12,712
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses: $18,222
  • Total: $35,862

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $31,832
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses:$18,562
  • Total: $55,322

International

  • Tuition: $34,280
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses: $18,562
  • Total: $57,770

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1 Post-graduation data comes from the college that houses this particular major. Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

2 Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

3 "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.

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