Master of Arts (M.A.) in Interdisciplinary Studies
Create a Degree That Matches Your Unique Career Goals with Liberty’s Master’s in Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty’s Master of Arts (M.A.) in Interdisciplinary Studies is a specialized graduate program that allows you to create your own unique academic path by combining multiple fields of study into one program. This means you can take courses from different departments, such as history or psychology, to gain a more holistic understanding of your chosen topics. The master’s in interdisciplinary studies degree program may be the right choice for you if you are interested in pursuing a career that requires a broad range of knowledge and skills.
While earning your M.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies, you can develop the skills needed to analyze complex problems and think critically as well as communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds and disciplines. As a graduate of this program, you can pursue careers in a variety of fields, such as education, public policy, or communications.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- As a Liberty student, you can network with students, professors, and organizations in a variety of fields.
- By enrolling in our master’s program in interdisciplinary studies, you can explore novel courses that enable you to blend your fields of study into a unified and marketable skill set.
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- You can gain valuable skills in communication and complex problem-solving, making you an asset to future employers.
What Will You Learn?
The specific major-related courses and the skills you learn can vary depending on the areas of study you choose within your interdisciplinary studies degree. Nevertheless, each degree plan can equip you with fundamental skills such as:
- Career planning
- Communication
- Professional development
- Public speaking
- Writing
Potential Career Options for Interdisciplinary Studies Master’s Graduates
- Business manager
- Creative writer
- Geographer
- Human resources manager
- Strategic communications specialist
Resources and Internship Opportunities Available to Interdisciplinary Studies Students
- Faculty advisors are conveniently located in DeMoss Hall on campus, and they can easily assist you with your Degree Completion Plan, answer your questions, and help prepare you for graduation and beyond.
- As a student in the interdisciplinary studies program, you’ll have the opportunity to network with peers, faculty, and professionals in multiple industries.
- Many of the academic programs offered through the interdisciplinary studies master’s program have internships, academic trips, mission trips, and so much more, depending on the areas of study you select.
Admission Requirements for Our M.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies Degree Program
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 2.5 GPA or higher
- Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
