Bachelor of Science or Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies
Owings Mills, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
USD 20,604 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Key Summary
Introduction
The Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies program at Stevenson University offers students a unique opportunity to pursue an individually designed major that is not available through the current degree programs. This program allows you to tailor your academic experience based on your personal academic interests and aspirations.
The Interdisciplinary Studies program allows you to pursue academic interests that transcend traditional majors at SU or elsewhere. Youโll consult with the program coordinator and faculty members from two academic disciplines of your choosing to develop a robust course of study based on your interests. For example, your focus may be on a set of problems, an idea, or a period of study. Other themes include American studies, aesthetics and artistic expression, and international and global studies. Each semester, youโll meet with the program coordinator to make sure youโre on track as well as to review internships and other career-development activities.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Private Scholarships
As an online college that accepts financial aid, this includes scholarships and grants that are offered by private sources โ such as fraternal and religious organizations, labor unions, professional associations, social groups, and ethnic associations. Because they are private and therefore not administered by Stevenson, you will need to research and apply for them on your own. The best place to start your research is your local church or synagogue, or a local club such as the Lions or Kiwanis. In addition, various publications contain private resource information; they can be found in your local library or bookstore.
Report Your Private Funding
When applying for financial aid for your online degree, any outside funding you receive must be taken into account when your eligibility is determined for need-based financial aid, such as the Direct Student Loan program. If you have been offered funding from a source outside the University, you should notify the Financial Aid Office of the amount and of the donor.
Federal Loans
A part of your financial aid award may be a loan from the Federal Direct Student Loan Program. A loan must be repaid. Therefore, when deciding whether to borrow, you should examine your need for assistance and your future ability to repay. Generally, you will have from 10 to 25 years to repay your loan, depending on the repayment plan you choose. Your monthly payment amount will be based on how much you borrowed and how long you take to repay. Direct Loans have a fixed interest rate that differs depending on the loan type. The terms and conditions of all loans are explained in the Master Promissory Note which all borrowers must complete and sign.
Alternative/Private Education Loan
Alternative Student Loans, also commonly referred to as Private Education Loans, are consumer loans offered by banks, credit unions, and other private lenders to cover the cost of college not covered by financial aid for online degrees.
Before applying for an Alternative Student Loan, the student and parent of a dependent student should compare the terms of the loan with loan assistance available through the Federal Direct Student Loan and Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan Programs. Most Alternative Student Loan Programs are not competitive with the Federal Loan Programs and are only intended to provide supplemental education financing after all federal options are exhausted.
Curriculum
Major Requirements
Students may request admission into the major after completing the first semester of the freshman year. Students may select either the Bachelor of Science or the Bachelor of Arts degree. The Bachelor of Arts degree requires the completion of a foreign language through at least the intermediate level. In addition to completing the requirements for the Stevenson Educational Experience (SEE), students must complete the major requirements noted below.
- 36 credits for the major selected from two disciplines, identified as program cores (at least 18 credits of which must be at the 300- and 400-level).
- A minimum of 12 credits is required in one program core.
- 30 credits of courses must be at the upper level.
- Six credits in INDSC courses, 300-level or above
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Interdisciplinary Studies program will:
- Demonstrate general knowledge of the liberal arts.
- Demonstrate an understanding of content in two academic disciplines.
- Demonstrate effective communication by engaging in inquiry and reflection on a topic of personal interest.
Career Opportunities
Internship Placements
- Chapel Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation
- Kennedy Krieger Institute
- Perry Hall Elementary School
- Ronald McDonald House Charities of Baltimore
- Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
Top Employers
- Continental Realty
- Johns Hopkins University
- Law Offices of Mark B. Martin Monte Nido
- The Baltimore Orioles
- YMCA
Graduate Opportunities
- Georgetown University
- Johns Hopkins University
- Stevenson University
- University of Delaware
- University of Maryland Baltimore County
Career Pathways
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resources
- Program Coordination
- Sales
- Writing
English Language Requirements
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