Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies at American University
If you plan to study Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies, you may want to check out the program at American University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American University sits in Washington, DC.
Featured schools near , edit
Online & Distance Learning at American University
Many students take online classes at American University. Of 12,321 students, 895 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies Rankings at American University
Rankings can help you compare American University’s Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 149 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #44 of 905 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #137 of 145 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #870 of 892 |
Earnings for Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies Graduates from American University
Graduates of American University’s Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $45,972 |
| 2 years | $42,922 |
| 3 years | $54,863 |
| 4 years | $62,559 |
| 5 years | $77,243 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies graduates from American University earn a median of $62,559, compared with $75,429 for all American University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies graduates from American University is $22,836.
Top-Paying Careers for Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies Graduates
Graduates of the Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies program at American University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Dietitians and Nutritionists | $125,305 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.