Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences ,BA
Applied Ethics, Business, Communication, Concentration, Critical Thinking, Interdisciplinary, Liberal Arts, Molecular Biology, Religious Studies, Social Sciences, Writer, cosmology, ethics, media, philosophy
Today's employment landscape is evolving into one that values expertise in an increasing number of specialized fields. Gain invaluable skills in a number of distinct areas that interest you while pursuing a fulfilling life and career you are passionate about.
The BA program in interdisciplinary arts and sciences allows students to build a flexible, customized degree that is personalized to their specific career goals.
Students tailor their programs to emphasize interdisciplinary study combined with a specific area of concentration (e.g., business, communication studies, English, gerontology, history, psychology or preprofessional studies). For example, a business degree with an emphasis in communications can lead to employment opportunities that aren't as easily accessed by a traditional business degree alone. By providing the opportunity to combine disciplines, New College equips students with the specialized education they need to reach their individual career goals.
This degree program culminates in a capstone experience that provides practical perspective, skills and connections, creating versatile graduates ready for graduate school or the corporate world.
- College/school:
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
- Location: West Valley
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
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First required math course:
MAT 142 - College Mathematics
or any math course that meets the MATH designation - Math intensity: General
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Studying abroad allows students to gain valuable, unforgettable experiences that will enhance their resumes. With more than 300 study abroad programs, students are able to tailor their experience to their personal goals and skill sets. Students in the interdisciplinary arts and sciences program gain heightened cultural competency, communication and critical thinking skills when studying abroad --- skills that prepare them to lead in a future-focused career.
Graduates are prepared to make the transition smoothly to graduate school or postbaccalaureate employment in:
- business settings
- community settings
- cultural settings
- educational settings
- social sciences and human service settings
Those who plan to pursue graduate or professional degrees in law, business, helping professions or in traditional disciplines benefit from the flexibility of this program that prepares them for a broad range of future academic and career pursuits.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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8.6%
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$38,520
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4.7%
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$49,650
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35.2%
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$103,500
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4.8%
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$50,470
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6.6%
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$128,020
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4.3%
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$65,000
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6.1%
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$67,440
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0.6%
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$55,550
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6.9%
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$79,960
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3.7%
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$79,540
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School of Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Studies
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FAB N101
harcsadvising@asu.edu
602-543-3000
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.