Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

Interdisciplinary Studies

Your Interests. Your Degree. Your Future.

Make Your Education Your Own.

Why choose just one subject when you can explore many?

The Hutchins Interdisciplinary Studies Major lets you design a personalized Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies that connects your academic interests with your career goals.

Through small seminars, interdisciplinary courses, and hands-on experiences, you'll explore subjects that inspire you while developing skills for your future.

Don't Just Choose a Major. Make It Your Own.

Your Degree at a Glance

40 Units

Major Requirements

Personalized

Area of Emphasis

12 Units

Approved Study Abroad May Count

Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

Work with faculty to develop an individualized Area of Emphasis that reflects your interests, strengths, and future goals.

Why Choose Interdisciplinary Studies?

Design Your Own Path

Build an individualized Area of Emphasis around subjects that interest you.

Small Classes. Big Connections.

Learn through discussion-based seminars where your ideas matter.

Learn Beyond the Classroom

Explore internships, independent study, workshops, and study abroad.

Skills for Your Future

Strengthen communication, critical thinking, research, and problem-solving.

Make Your Education Your Own

Explore More Than One Subject.

Interdisciplinary Studies gives you opportunities to connect ideas across academic fields and personalize your college experience.

Independent study projects
Internships and experiential learning
Study abroad and study away
Elective seminars and workshops
Courses in other academic disciplines
Optional academic minor

Up to 12 approved study abroad units may count toward your Area of Emphasis.

Where Can Your Degree Take You?

One Degree. Many Career Possibilities.

Explore career fields where interdisciplinary knowledge and transferable skills can make a difference.

Business & Leadership

Explore opportunities in business operations, human resources, administration, management, and organizational leadership.

Law & Public Service

Explore public policy, government, legal studies, public administration, and community leadership.

Education

Explore education administration, educational support services, teaching-related careers, and higher education.

Community & Social Services

Explore nonprofit organizations, community outreach, social services, advocacy, and public programs.

Arts & Communication

Explore journalism, communications, arts administration, media, and cultural organizations.

Some careers require additional education, professional credentials, or specialized training.

Your Future Starts in Hutchins!

Whether you have a clear career goal or are still discovering your interests, Interdisciplinary Studies gives you the flexibility to create an education that reflects who you are and where you want to go.

Your Education. Your Interests. Your Possibilities.

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