Bachelor in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies (Bachelor's)

At Concord University, tuition is Tuition for in-state undergraduate students is $3,800 per semester; out-of-state tuition is $7,600 per semester..

Students design a custom course of study combining up to four subject areas to meet specific career goals. The programme requires collaboration with a faculty committee from the chosen disciplines to ensure academic coherence. It is intended for students with clear professional objectives that span multiple fields. This approach allows tailored academic paths not available in standard degree programmes.

The BA or BS in Interdisciplinary Studies requires a total of 120 credits. Students create a personalized plan with courses from up to four subject areas, approved by a faculty committee.

Graduates enter careers that require expertise across multiple disciplines, such as project coordination, policy analysis, or specialized consulting roles.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Official transcripts and a personal statement outlining the academic plan are needed.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 90% of applicants.

Concord University’s identity has developed through its connection with students, alumni, faculty, and the Athens community. Alumni stories include graduates who returned to work at the university, pursued education careers, presented research at international conferences, and competed as Mountain Lions. The university’s mission centers on improving the lives of students and communities through teaching and learning, intellectual and creative activities, community service, and civic engagement.

Academic choices span the College of Professional and Liberal Studies and the College of Science, Mathematics, and Health. Students can study business, education, fine arts and communication, humanities, social work and sociology, biology, health sciences, mathematics and computer science, nursing, physical and environmental sciences, and social sciences. Additional options include entrepreneurial studies, interdisciplinary studies, the Regents Bachelor of Arts Program, and substance use studies. Concord also offers three-year programs through CU Rise and maintains a Center for Teaching and Learning.

The university is located on Vermillion Street in Athens, West Virginia, on the Campus Beautiful. Student support includes housing and residence life, counseling, multicultural affairs, disability services, student activities, and a student center. Admissions welcomes students from outside the country and provides application, visit, admitted-student, and information-request services. International students should review the academic calendar for term dates, final examinations, and possible schedule changes.