Interdisciplinary Studies programs produce graduates with career earnings ranging from $17,162 to $165,593, demonstrating exceptional variation across 289 programs. With median earnings of $63,138—$7,321 higher than the national average—program selection significantly impacts long-term career trajectories and earning potential.
Leading the list is University Of The Pacific, achieving the highest program earnings at $165,593. Massachusetts Institute Of Technology follows at $126,153, while Harvey Mudd College rounds out the top three at $122,038, demonstrating how elite interdisciplinary programs translate academic breadth into strong career outcomes.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #341 | San Francisco, CA | $30,620 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $9,307 | 96.2% | 50.1% | |
| #342 | Reed CollegePrivate | Portland, OR | $30,409 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $19,418 | 27.2% | 75.9% |
| #343 | Anchorage, AK | $30,254 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $11,436 | 66.5% | 28.9% | |
| #344 | Hope CollegePrivate | Holland, MI | $30,238 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $14,365 | 75.8% | 82.3% |
| #345 | Cleveland, OH | $30,198 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $19,510 | 28.7% | 87.0% | |
| #346 | Shippensburg, PA | $30,124 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $18,253 | 85.5% | 51.6% | |
| #347 | Life Pacific UniversityPrivate | San Dimas, CA | $29,830 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $18,754 | 94.0% | 56.8% |
| #348 | Cullowhee, NC | $29,685 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $8,571 | 86.7% | 59.1% | |
| #349 | Kenyon CollegePrivate | Gambier, OH | $29,685 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $8,865 | 30.7% | 86.8% |
| #350 | Chapman UniversityPrivate | Orange, CA | $29,685 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $37,985 | 55.6% | 80.4% |
| #351 | Mount Holyoke CollegePrivate | South Hadley, MA | $29,685 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $17,365 | 38.3% | 85.0% |
| #352 | Stevens Point, WI | $29,659 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $7,953 | 90.1% | 56.0% | |
| #353 | University Of MainePublic | Orono, ME | $29,141 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $13,800 | 95.7% | 56.4% |
| #354 | North Central UniversityPrivate | Minneapolis, MN | $29,103 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $19,345 | 90.8% | 63.6% |
| #355 | Luther CollegePrivate | Decorah, IA | $28,643 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $16,937 | 73.3% | 75.0% |
| #356 | Thomas UniversityPrivate | Thomasville, GA | $28,598 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $16,047 | 43.2% | 27.8% |
| #357 | Manhattanville CollegePrivate | Purchase, NY | $28,598 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $17,789 | 84.7% | 53.7% |
| #358 | Covenant CollegePrivate | Lookout Mountain, GA | $28,598 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $18,897 | 81.8% | 71.9% |
| #359 | Richmond, KY | $28,195 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $7,107 | 78.1% | 49.7% | |
| #360 | University Of RedlandsPrivate | Redlands, CA | $28,128 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $21,520 | 80.9% | 70.7% |
