Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
- 4 years
- Duration
- 31,450 USD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Mixed
- Format
- St. Louis / USA
- Location
- Webster University
- School
Program description
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies program will get individualized attention as they work to develop the skills necessary to become engaged citizens in a democratic, multicultural, and culturally varied world.
This program provides students with the academic and intellectual groundwork they need to advance in their jobs and go on to graduate school by exposing them to a wide range of topics and helping them develop transferrable abilities.
Program structure
Core Courses
- Interdisciplinary Studies (3 hours)
- Methods of Inquiry (3 hours)
- Senior Capstone (3 hours)
Complete 27 credit hours in one emphasis area
- Business Communication (27 credit hours)
The integration of business and communication courses prepares students for the complex dynamics of the modern workplace, giving students an understanding of business strategies and the ability to communicate effectively. Complete 12-15 credit hours in business or management and 12-15 credit hours in communications, media studies, or professional writing (total 27 hours), selected in collaboration with your advisor. The capstone project must focus on business communication.
- Criminal Behavior (27 credit hours)
The integration of law, crime, and psychology gives students a multifaceted understanding of crime and criminal justice. Complete 12-15 credit hours in psychology and 12-15 credit hours in criminology and criminal justice or legal studies (total 27 hours), selected in collaboration with your advisor. The capstone project must focus on criminal behavior.
- Humanities (27 credit hours)
An interdisciplinary study of the humanities fosters empathy, ethical reasoning, critical thinking, cultural awareness, and analytical and interpretive skills, preparing students to dissect complex problems, identify underlying patterns, and devise innovative solutions. Complete 9 credit hours in at least three of: English, global languages, history, or philosophy (total 27 hours), selected in collaboration with your advisor. The capstone project must reflect a topic in the humanities and an approach appropriate to the humanities.
- Self-Designed (27 credit hours)
This flexible emphasis allows students to create a niche skill set tailored to their unique interests and career aspirations, which sets them apart in the job market. Complete INDS 1101 Online Learning (3 hours) and 12 credit hours in two disciplines (total 24 credit hours). Working with your advisor, identify a theme that draws upon your diverse coursework. The capstone project will explore and elaborate on this theme.
*With permission from your advisor, you may substitute one more disciplinary course in place of INDS 1101.
- Sustainability (27 credit hours)
This emphasis gives students the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to address environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices across various industries. Complete 18 credit hours in Sustainability Studies courses (SUST or other courses listed as part of the Sustainability Studies minor) plus 9 credit hours, selected in collaboration with your advisor. The capstone project must focus on sustainability.
- Social Science (27 credit hours)
An interdisciplinary study of the social sciences develops critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and research skills about human behavior, social dynamics, and the mechanisms of social change. Complete 9 credit hours in at least three of: psychology, political science, international relations, anthropology and sociology, legal studies, or criminology and criminal justice (total 27 hours), selected in collaboration with your advisor. The capstone project must reflect a topic in the social sciences and an approach appropriate to the social sciences.
- Social Welfare (27 credit hours)
This emphasis develops students' understanding of social systems, individual and community needs, and strategies for promoting social justice and equity. Complete 9 credit hours in at least three of: psychology, anthropology and sociology, criminology and criminal justice, legal studies, or educational studies (total 27 hours), selected in collaboration with your advisor. The capstone project must focus on social welfare.
Price
Fee for two semester (1 year education) is 31450.00 USD for international students.
This list does not include all fees charged by Webster University.
- Graduation fee - $125
- Student activity fee (St. Louis campus, full‐time flat fee students only, per semester)- $150
- Matriculation fee (St. Louis campus, full‐time students, one‐time)- $150
- Resident student activity fee (per semester)- $75
- Re‐admission fee - $35
- Deferred payment fee (per semester)- $35
- Transcript fee - $15
Some classes may include laboratory fees and may vary per class
Requirements for applicants
- An official high school transcript from the last high school attended or from a home school program. All transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
- Official transcripts from all college-level credit courses obtained while in high school.
- Webster University is a test-optional university.
Furthermore, the Office of Admission, when it deems necessary, reserves the right to request the following additional documents when considering a student for admission:
- A résumé of school and community activities, including offices held and awards received.
- One letter of recommendation.
English Proficiency for international student applicants:
Successfully meeting the requirements for one of the following tests within the last two years:
- TOEFL: iBT: 80
- TOEFL: pBT: 550
- IELTS: Academic: 6.0
- Duolingo: 120
- Pearson: 53
- Cambridge Academic English: 169
- Password: 6.0
- GTEC: 1201
- iTEP: 3.7
- SAT's English-based Reading and Writing Score: 450
- ACT composite score: 23
Instead of submitting English Proficiency Scores from Duolingo, TOEFL, or IELTS, students can demonstrate English proficiency by:
- Successfully complete at least one academic year of high school or college-level coursework in English by a regionally accredited U.S. college or university (Note: ESL coursework does not apply to this exception) within the past two years.
- Successfully complete ELS Language Center's “English for Academic Purposes” or ELS Language Center “Level 112.” Students will need to show the Graduation Certificate for either of the classes.
- Successfully complete the University of Central Florida's Center for Multilingual Multicultural Studies (CMMS) Intensive English Program. Students will need to show the completion certificate.
About the university
The extraordinary history of Webster University, which was founded in 1915 by the Loretto Sisters with the goal of making higher education more accessible to all, can be traced back to that same commitment to racial equality.
The growing interconnectedness of our world has prompted us to spend the last four decades creating a global network of engaged academics and alumni who work together to create meaningful connections in their local communities and beyond.
Our Core Values
- Students - keeping small classes, personal connections with professors and staff, and a focus on the needs of individual students is one way to ensure a truly global education for every student.
- Learning - for this purpose, we aim to develop educational programs that combine theory and practice; provide an international perspective; encourage creativity; and foster a lifelong desire to learn.
- Diversity and Inclusion - Instilling in students an appreciation for diversity and an understanding of their own and others' values by creating an environment that is accessible to individuals of diverse cultures, ages, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Global Citizenship - in order to educate and empower a wide range of people from all walks of life, as well as to protect the environment and strengthen the communities we serve.
Campuses and Locations
No matter where you live or work, our undergraduate and graduate programs are here to help you reach your professional and personal goals. We have campuses in USA, China, Greece, Austria, Switzerland and others.
