Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

This has all the subfields within “Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies”. This field is for “Instructional programs that derive from two or more distinct programs to provide a cross-cutting focus on a subject concentration that is not subsumed under a single discipline or occupational field.”

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Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

A program that derives from two or more distinct programs and that is integrated around a unifying theme or topic that cannot be subsumed under a single discipline or occupational field.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 75 658
Bachelors 293 7168
Certificate 41 500
Doctorate 11 70
Masters 42 402

Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary (CTP) Program

A comprehensive transition and postsecondary (CTP) program that provides students with intellectual disabilities with academic enrichment, socialization, independent living skills, self-advocacy skills, and integrated work experiences and career skills that lead to gainful employment.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 0
Certificate 9 29

Biological and Physical Sciences

A program that is either a general synthesis of one or more of the biological and physical sciences, or a specialization which draws from the biological and physical sciences.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 193 25622
Bachelors 139 1963
Certificate 24 1182
Doctorate 17 100
Masters 50 535

Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution

A program that focuses on the origins, resolution and prevention of international and inter-group conflicts. Includes instruction in peace research methods and related social scientific and psychological knowledge bases.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 65 361
Certificate 50 114
Doctorate 4 16
Masters 34 338

Systems Science and Theory

A program with a multidisciplinary approach to the analysis and solution of complex problems, requiring a combined approach using data and models from the natural, social, technological, behavioral and life sciences, and other specialized fields.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 13
Bachelors 21 394
Certificate 10 94
Doctorate 14 36
Masters 32 423

Mathematics and Computer Science

A program with a general synthesis of mathematics and computer science or a specialization which draws from mathematics and computer science.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 5 8
Bachelors 77 1027
Certificate 10 24
Doctorate 6 9
Masters 22 140

Biopsychology

A program that focuses on biological and psychological linkages, especially the linkages between biochemical and biophysical activity and the functioning of the central nervous system.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 26 226
Doctorate 1 0
Masters 1 0

Gerontology

A program that focuses on the human aging process and aged human populations, using the knowledge and methodologies of the social sciences, psychology and the biological and health sciences.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 13 30
Bachelors 38 172
Certificate 156 502
Doctorate 15 30
Masters 44 402

Historic Preservation and Conservation, General

A program that focuses on the design and implementation of plans to restore and maintain historic buildings, districts, and landscapes in a way that balances conservation and preservation with commercial and development interests. Includes instruction in architectural history, building conservation, cultural resource management, economics, historical documentation and preservation, land-use and zoning codes, public policy, public relations, real estate law, and taxation.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 3 4
Bachelors 10 66
Certificate 39 73
Doctorate 2 2
Masters 27 140

Cultural Resource Management and Policy Analysis

A program that focuses on the application of cultural studies, public policy analysis, and management skills to planning, promoting, and implementing programs to preserve and protect cultural heritage sites and artifacts. Includes instruction in historical preservation and conservation, business management, policy analysis, applied economics, public relations, applied history, historical archaeology, and environmental impact studies.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Certificate 13 14
Masters 12 52

Historic Preservation and Conservation, Other

Any instructional program that focuses on architectural design and building techniques for historic and restored structures not listed above.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 2 0
Bachelors 1 0
Certificate 3 3
Doctorate 1 0
Masters 3 20

Medieval and Renaissance Studies

A program that focuses on the study of the Medieval and/or Renaissance periods in European and circum-Mediterranean history from the perspective of various disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, including history and archeology, as well as studies of period art and music.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 37 25
Certificate 24 44
Doctorate 5 6
Masters 10 23

Museology/Museum Studies

A program that focuses on the attitudes, knowledge, and skills required to develop, prepare, organize, administer, conserve, store and retrieve artifacts, exhibits and entire collections in museums and galleries, and that prepares individuals to assume curatorial, technical and managerial positions in museums. Includes instruction in institutional management, acquisition, exhibit design, conservation, packing techniques, and public relations.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 4 9
Bachelors 18 34
Certificate 58 245
Masters 40 536

Science, Technology and Society

A program that focuses on the contemporary social and public policy ramifications of science and technology, the interrelationship of science and engineering with the public policy process, and the social and ethical dimensions of scientific and technological enterprises.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 4 5
Bachelors 45 773
Certificate 15 37
Doctorate 9 28
Masters 20 70

Accounting and Computer Science

A program that combines accounting with computer science and/or computer studies.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 4 2
Bachelors 2 3
Certificate 5 155
Masters 2 0

Behavioral Sciences

A program with a combined or undifferentiated focus on the social sciences, psychology, and biomedical sciences to study complex problems of human individual and social growth and behavior.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 30 824
Bachelors 65 1705
Certificate 28 398
Doctorate 19 126
Masters 28 1268

Natural Sciences

A program with a combined or undifferentiated focus on one or more of the physical and biological sciences.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 37 614
Bachelors 93 947
Certificate 19 845
Doctorate 3 11
Masters 16 58

Nutrition Sciences

A scientific program that focuses on the utilization of food for human growth and metabolism, in both normal and dysfunctional states, from the interdisciplinary perspective of the agricultural, human, biological, and biomedical sciences. Includes instruction in food science, biochemistry, physiology, dietetics, food and nutrition studies, biotechnology, biophysics, and the clinical sciences.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 6 19
Bachelors 115 3734
Certificate 32 226
Doctorate 51 182
Masters 98 1379

International/Globalization Studies

A program that focuses on global and international issues from the perspective of the social sciences, social services, and related fields.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 23 35
Bachelors 347 4828
Certificate 77 213
Doctorate 5 20
Masters 51 854

Ancient Studies/Civilization

A program that focuses on Western and Non-Western cultures and related topics in the periods of Pre-history and Antiquity. Includes such disciplines as ancient languages, archeology, history, art history, geography, population studies, environmental studies, religious studies, and the social sciences.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 34 66
Certificate 3 1
Doctorate 5 5
Masters 6 10

Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology

A program that focuses on the study of the classical ancient civilizations of the ancient Near East, Europe, and the Mediterranean Sea, such as Athens, Anatolia, Egypt, Greece, Israel, Mesopotamia, North Africa, and Rome. Includes instruction in ancient languages, ancient history, archaeology, anthropology, Greek and Roman mythology, philosophy, and religion.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 33 89
Certificate 4 17
Doctorate 4 5
Masters 5 5

Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies

A program that focuses on the dynamic social relations between and among majority and minority groups and different minority groups, and ways to promote mutual tolerance, inter-group cooperation, and the leadership and management of diverse groups and diversity issues in family, educational, recreational, and work settings. Includes instruction in ethnic and cultural studies, group psychology, sociology, anthropology, conflict resolution, human services and resources, and applications to various functional environments.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 7 5
Bachelors 33 116
Certificate 66 259
Doctorate 7 32
Masters 19 95

Cognitive Science, General

A program that focuses on the study of the mind and the nature of intelligence from the interdisciplinary perspectives of computer science, philosophy, mathematics, psychology, neuroscience, and other disciplines. Includes instruction in mathematics and logic, cognitive process modeling, dynamic systems, learning theories, brain and cognition, neural networking, programming, and applications to topics such as language acquisition, computer systems, and perception and behavior.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 59 2433
Certificate 11 26
Doctorate 15 57
Masters 15 35

Contemplative Studies/Inquiry

A program that focuses on the philosophical, psychological, and scientific bases of human contemplative experience. Includes instruction in cognitive science, meditation, mindfulness, neuroscience, philosophy, psychology, and religion.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 1 2

Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis

An interdisciplinary program that focuses on the analysis and critique of culture in its varied forms, including values, ideas, belief systems, and expressive acts, and the relationship between cultural forms, everyday life, and structures of power. Includes instruction in anthropology, communications, history, literary studies, philosophy, political economy, and sociology, as well as recent theories and methodologies such as semiotics, deconstruction, postcolonial studies, gender theory, and ethnography.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 2 22
Bachelors 28 163
Certificate 17 114
Doctorate 7 18
Masters 16 36

Human Biology

An interdisciplinary program that focuses on understanding the human being from the biological, social science, and humanities perspectives and that addresses contemporary issues related to biology and society, such as global health and disease, environmental policy, bioethics, and biotechnology.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 28
Bachelors 35 1827
Certificate 2 2
Doctorate 4 7
Masters 3 30

Dispute Resolution

A program that provides individuals with skills in negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, that can be applied to resolve disputes in a variety of settings, including business, legal, domestic, and labor relations.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 3 2
Certificate 33 334
Doctorate 1 20
Masters 20 290

Maritime Studies

A program that focuses on the history, science, policy issues, and literature of the ocean. Includes instruction in maritime history, maritime law, maritime literature, oceanography, maritime security, and maritime politics.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 3 31
Certificate 1 7
Masters 3 22

Computational Science

A program that focuses on the study of scientific computing and its application. Includes instruction in scientific visualization, multi-scale analysis, grid generation, data analysis, applied mathematics, numerical algorithms, high performance parallel computing, and numerical modeling and simulation with applications in science, engineering and other disciplines in which computation plays an integral role.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 3 0
Bachelors 43 257
Certificate 28 170
Doctorate 15 56
Masters 57 867

Human Computer Interaction

An interdisciplinary program that focuses on the study of the interaction between people and technology and how that technology impacts society, and combines disciplines within the fields of computing and information science (information systems, software engineering, artificial intelligence and design), engineering, and the behavior sciences (cognitive science, cognitive psychology, sociology, organizational psychology, and social psychology). Includes instruction in information technology, cognitive and behavioral sciences, and systems design.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 3 60
Bachelors 18 858
Certificate 19 330
Doctorate 6 9
Masters 30 711

Marine Sciences

A program that focuses on the study of biology, chemistry, geology and physics applied to marine, estuarine and coastal environments. Includes instruction in marine biogeochemistry, atmosphere and ocean dynamics, coastal ecology, coastal ocean processes, microbial ecology, marine ecosystem modeling, and polar microbiology.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 4 26
Bachelors 13 216
Certificate 6 18
Doctorate 10 30
Masters 16 81

Sustainability Studies

A program that focuses on the concept of sustainability from an interdisciplinary perspective. Includes instruction in sustainable development, environmental policies, ethics, ecology, landscape architecture, city and regional planning, economics, natural resources, sociology, and anthropology.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 18 23
Bachelors 126 1320
Certificate 96 770
Doctorate 15 36
Masters 88 1430

Anthrozoology

A program of study that combines anthropology and zoology in order to examine the relationship between animals and humans. Includes instruction in animal behavior and communication, animal welfare, animal conservation, animal training, animal-assisted therapy techniques, biology, ethics, and education.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 1 10
Certificate 2 1
Doctorate 1 1
Masters 1 10

Climate Science

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the climate system of the earth with emphasis on the physical, dynamical, and chemical interactions of the atmosphere, ocean, land, ice, and the terrestrial and marine biospheres. Includes instruction in biology, chemistry, climate analysis, climate change adaptation/mitigation, climate policy, ecology, energy development, environmental impacts, marine chemistry, meteorology, and oceanography.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 1 0
Certificate 1 0
Masters 2 40

Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature

A program with a general synthesis of cultural studies and comparative literature or a specialization which draws from cultural studies and comparative literature. Includes instruction in anthropology, comparative linguistics, cultural studies, history, literary criticism, literary studies, philosophy, political economy, sociology, and textual studies.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 1 11
Certificate 2 9
Doctorate 1 2

Earth Systems Science

A program that focuses on the interaction of the Earth’s oceanographic, atmospheric, and terrestrial systems. Includes instruction in biogeochemistry, climate dynamics, geographical information science (GIS), geophysics, hydrology, landscape ecology, meteorology, and satellite remote sensing analysis.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 3 16
Certificate 1 5

Economics and Computer Science

A program of study that focuses on the theoretical and practical connections between computer science and economics. Includes instruction in data analysis, database design, data mining, computer algorithms, economics, econometrics, computer programing, mathematics, and statistics.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 3 8

Economics and Foreign Language/Literature

A program with a general synthesis of economics and the language and literature of one or more countries or regions or a specialization which draws from economics and the language and literature of one or more countries or regions. Includes instruction in comparative economic systems, econometrics, economic theory, money and banking systems, international economics, international trade, linguistics, philology, and translation.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 1 6

Environmental Geosciences

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the environmental implications of geological processes and human activities on Earth. Includes instruction in environmental/natural resource management, geographic information systems (GIS), geology, hydrology, regulatory agency compliance, hazard identification and mitigation, environmental law, environmental policy, and sustainability studies.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 0
Bachelors 9 61
Certificate 1 5
Masters 1 5

Geoarcheaology

A program that focuses on the application of analytical techniques, concepts, and field methods from the earth sciences to solve archaeological questions related to human settlement, artifacts, site taphonomy, and paleoenvironments. Includes instruction in anthropology, ancient civilizations, archeology, geology, paleoclimatic reconstruction, sedimentology, and site taphonomic research.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Certificate 1 1

Geobiology

A program that focuses on the scientific study of how living things interact with geological systems. Includes instruction in evolution of Earth systems, geochemistry, geology, geomicrobiology, marine chemistry, paleobiology, paleoecology, paleontology, and petrology.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Doctorate 1 0

Geography and Environmental Studies

A program that focuses on interactions between people and the natural and built environments. Includes instruction in climate science, sustainability, environmental science and policy, research methods, geographic information systems (GIS), human geography, physical geography, remote sensing, and public policy.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 0
Bachelors 24 183
Certificate 3 58
Doctorate 6 14
Masters 8 24

History and Language/Literature

A program with a general synthesis of history and the language and literature of one or more countries or regions or a specialization which draws from history and the language and literature of one or more countries or regions. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; linguistics; literature, philology; and studies of specific periods, issues and cultures.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 0
Bachelors 2 3

History and Political Science

A program with a general synthesis of history and political science or a specialization which draws from history and political science. Includes instruction in comparative government and politics, historiography, historical research methods, political science, political theory, records administration, and systematic study of political institutions and behavior.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 3
Bachelors 11 44
Certificate 1 12
Masters 1 5

Linguistics and Anthropology

A program that focuses on the study of the anthropological, historical, and sociological context of language with a particular emphasis on language use and its role in shaping cultural and social diversity. Includes instruction in applied linguistics, data management, field methods, language heritage, socialization, structure, linguistic analysis, linguistic theory, and multilingualism.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 1 2
Certificate 2 1
Doctorate 2 0

Linguistics and Computer Science

A program that focuses on the relationship between computer and human language and computational techniques applied to natural language. Includes instruction in computer programming, human languages, linguistic analysis, logic, natural language processing, semantics, machine learning, psycholinguistics, software engineering, and syntax.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Masters 1 3

Mathematical Economics

A program that focuses on the application of mathematical methods to the development of economic theory, models, and quantitative analysis. Includes instruction in data analysis, applied business economics, calculus, econometrics, linear algebra, microeconomic theory, probability, and statistical methods.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 4 54

Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

A program that focuses on philosophical foundations, political institutions, collective behavior, economic theory, and economic influences. Includes instruction in econometrics, logic, metaphysics, moral responsibility, philosophy of language, philosophy of perception, philosophy through history, reasoning and persuasion, and social epistemology.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 13 127

Digital Humanities

A program that focuses on the use of new technologies, advanced computing, and public engagement to investigate and analyze questions in the humanities. Includes instruction in anthropology, art, data mining and machine learning, design, digital archives, geospatial technologies, history, human-computer interface design, literature, markup languages, social media technologies, and software development.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 0
Bachelors 7 20
Certificate 6 6

Thanatology

A program of study that focuses on the biological, philosophical, psychological, sociological, and theological aspects of death, dying, and bereavement. Includes instruction in counseling, ethics, grief, palliative and hospice care, philosophy, thanatology, and theology.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Certificate 4 6
Masters 1 0

Data Science, General

A program that focuses on the analysis of large scale data sources from the interdisciplinary perspectives of applied statistics, computer science, data storage, data representation, data modeling, mathematics, and statistics. Includes instruction in computer algorithms, computer programming, data management, data mining, information policy, information retrieval, mathematical modeling, quantitative analysis, statistics, trend spotting, and visual analytics.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 14 34
Bachelors 101 724
Certificate 48 221
Doctorate 2 13
Masters 56 1183

Data Science, Other

Any instructional program in data science not listed above.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Certificate 8 40
Masters 1 25

Data Analytics, General

A program that prepares individuals to apply data science to generate insights from data and identify and predict trends. Includes instruction in computer databases, computer programming, inference, machine learning, optimization, probability and stochastic models, statistics, strategy, uncertainty quantification, and visual analytics.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 6 4
Bachelors 28 128
Certificate 46 419
Doctorate 1 2
Masters 25 362

Business Analytics

A program that prepares individuals to apply data science to solve business challenges. Includes instruction in machine learning, optimization methods, computer algorithms, probability and stochastic models, information economics, logistics, strategy, consumer behavior, marketing, and visual analytics.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 3 11
Bachelors 55 317
Certificate 42 599
Doctorate 2 0
Masters 41 1220

Data Visualization

A program that prepares individuals to organize and derive meaning from data by using visual presentation tools and techniques. Includes instruction in cognitive science, computer programming, data management, data visualization theory, graphic design, infographics, perceptual psychology, statistics, and visual design.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 1 14
Certificate 4 1

Financial Analytics

A program that focuses on financial big data modeling from algorithms to cloud-based data-driven financial technologies. Includes instruction in financial analytics, financial data processing, knowledge management, data visualization, effective decision communication, machine learning for finance, statistical inference and dynamic modeling on financial data, and project management.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 1 2
Bachelors 2 3
Certificate 7 5
Masters 3 88

Data Analytics, Other

Any instructional program in data analytics not listed above.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Bachelors 1 7
Certificate 5 4
Masters 1 10

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Any instructional program in multi/interdisciplinary studies not listed above.

Degree Schools offering Degrees completed
Associates 212 4959
Bachelors 601 20412
Certificate 154 2811
Doctorate 64 209
Masters 161 1862