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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #381 | Savannah, GA | $23,631 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $7,238 | — | 25.2% | |
| #382 | Willamette UniversityPrivate | Salem, OR | $22,667 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $14,603 | 79.1% | 72.7% |
| #383 | Princess Anne, MD | $22,192 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $10,634 | 90.4% | 34.6% | |
| #384 | Bennett CollegePrivate | Greensboro, NC | $21,964 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $21,663 | 33.6% | 20.6% |
| #385 | Coker UniversityPrivate | Hartsville, SC | $21,574 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $16,478 | 97.2% | 34.6% |
| #386 | Marshall UniversityPublic | Huntington, WV | $21,508 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $4,820 | 96.5% | 48.7% |
| #387 | Memphis, TN | $20,824 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $8,886 | 88.4% | 56.0% | |
| #388 | Fairbanks, AK | $20,682 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $7,494 | — | 32.0% | |
| #389 | Cape Girardeau, MO | $20,140 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $11,453 | 78.5% | 55.7% | |
| #390 | Grayson, KY | $19,749 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $20,475 | 62.4% | 33.8% | |
| #391 | Cayey, PR | $19,570 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $8,652 | 95.8% | 48.6% | |
| #392 | Chatham UniversityPrivate | Pittsburgh, PA | $18,954 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $20,839 | 70.1% | 66.2% |
| #393 | Depaul UniversityPrivate | Chicago, IL | $18,771 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $23,758 | 73.5% | 70.0% |
| #394 | Montana State UniversityPublic | Bozeman, MT | $17,470 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $16,713 | 86.8% | 57.4% |
| #395 | Brigham Young UniversityPrivate | Provo, UT | $17,162 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $9,531 | 69.2% | 82.2% |
| #396 | Berea CollegePrivate | Berea, KY | $13,702 Median Interdisciplinary Studies Earnings | $4,070 | 32.7% | 62.0% |
