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

At Illinois College, tuition is 36,870 USD per year.

This programme is designed for students who want to create a custom major not offered by the university. It allows students to combine courses from multiple disciplines into a personalized academic path. The focus is on interdisciplinary learning through a self-designed curriculum. Students work with faculty sponsors to develop and approve their course plan.

Focus areas include American Studies, Film Studies, Social Justice and Human Rights, Theatre Arts.

The programme requires 36 credit hours, with no more than 28 from a single discipline. At least 16 credits must be upper-level courses (300 or 400 level), and no more than 16 credits can be at the 100 level. The programme ends with an interdisciplinary capstone or a department-specific capstone.

Students must submit a proposal before earning 60 credit hours and must have it approved before reaching 90 credits. The proposal must include courses and justification for why the major differs from existing ones. Two faculty members from different departments must sponsor the proposal.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 75% of applicants.

Illinois College has been part of Jacksonville for almost 200 years. Its Hilltop campus combines winding walks and an ancient grove with buildings and traditions that bring old and new together. Students can join more than 80 clubs, organizations and teams, creating opportunities to find community and develop leadership experience. The campus also supports hands-on learning beyond the classroom, including internships, research experiences and global travel.

Academic programs connect study with practical preparation. Every student participates in internships or other hands-on learning, while selected programs offer focused opportunities from the first year. Mechanical engineering students begin with design process, robotics and computer-aided design. Biology students take part in research, including continuing work in the Florida Keys. Nursing, neuroscience, psychology, education, business administration, finance, economics and computer science are among the fields represented by student and alumni pathways. Illinois College also promises that students will graduate in four years or receive coverage for the cost of remaining courses. For students coming from abroad, global travel, research and internship access can add experience beyond regular coursework. The range of campus organizations offers ways to connect with other students and take on leadership roles while studying in Jacksonville.