Compare 10 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $44,535.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General programs produce graduates earning between $28,019 and $58,631—a $30K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 10 ranked programs in the Northeast, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Marist College's Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies program leads with graduates earning $58,631, well above the regional average of $44,535. CUNY York College follows at $56,159, proving that public institutions compete directly with private colleges in this field when evaluated on actual outcomes.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. CUNY York College graduates borrow $11,000 and face just a 4.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making it the clear value leader.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Marist CollegePrivate | $58,631 | 41 | $25,000 | Good | $51,958 | High |
| #2 | Cuny York CollegePublic | $56,159 | 26 | $11,000 | Excellent | $11,018 | Good |
| #3 | $52,604 | 22 | $25,000 | Good | $30,444 | High | |
| #4 | Touro UniversityPrivate | $48,591 | 164 | $15,547 | Good | $23,400 | Challenging |
| #5 | $46,214 | 105 | $24,239 | Manageable | $16,500 | High | |
| #6 | $44,358 | 88 | $25,000 | Manageable | $23,528 | High | |
| #7 | Mount Saint Mary CollegePrivate | $44,278 | 15 | $26,007 | Manageable | $46,295 | High |
| #8 | $34,466 | 77 | $23,507 | High | $29,193 | High | |
| #9 | Geneva CollegePrivate | $32,029 | 7 | $25,198 | High | $25,183 | High |
| #10 | Brown UniversityPrivate | $28,019 | 32 | $11,428 | High | $48,245 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
