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

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This programme allows students to design their own interdisciplinary curriculum under faculty guidance. It emphasizes a research-based approach through coursework and a senior project tailored to individual interests. Students engage with diverse academic perspectives through lectures and small seminars. The programme focuses on critical inquiry and intellectual collaboration across disciplines.

Focus areas include Interdisciplinary studies, Humanities, Philosophy, Literature, Ethics, Cultural studies.

Students complete 2.5 units of interdisciplinary coursework and a senior project. The concentration requires a faculty advisor and is structured around student-designed academic paths.

Graduates pursue roles in research, writing, education, and policy work that require interdisciplinary thinking and analytical skills.

First-year students begin with IPHS 111/112Y Odyssey: Pursuit of Wisdom and Understanding. Admission to the concentration is based on academic performance and faculty approval during the first year.

On-campus, full-time, typically completed over four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 31% of applicants.

Kenyon’s campus and village share Gambier, Ohio, and are connected by Middle Path. Students live on campus for all four years in residence halls, suites and apartments, with options including themed, gender-inclusive and substance-free housing. Peirce, the historic dining hall, serves as a central meeting place, while clubs, performances, lectures, multicultural celebrations and student organizations extend residential life. The Snowden Multicultural Center supports discussions, films, performances and special meals.

Kenyon offers more than 50 majors, minors and concentrations, with options to double major or design an individual major. Students choose one or more majors by the end of sophomore year and complete a senior capstone. Writing is part of every course of study: students read widely, write often and practice communicating with confidence. Opportunities include work with the Kenyon Review, science and nature writing, student literary magazines and The Kenyon Collegian. Faculty advising has been formal at Kenyon since 1841; students are paired with an advisor before arrival and later work with a major advisor.

International learning is integrated into the curriculum. Students from 53 countries contribute perspectives to the community, while globally connected courses link Kenyon classes with related courses at institutions outside the United States. More than 250 immersive study-abroad programs span 50+ countries, alongside signature programs in England and Italy and travel-embedded courses. Nearly half of each junior class participates in an off-campus learning opportunity. Merit scholarships, talent awards and need-based aid are available, and Kenyon commits to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need.