Compare 27 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. programs in the South. Average earnings: $37,099.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General programs produce graduates earning between $32,049 and $56,250—a $24K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 27 ranked programs in the South, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Topping the list, Lipscomb University's program delivers $56,250 in median earnings, well above the regional average of $37,099. The University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus follows at $50,003, while The University of Alabama produces graduates earning $45,329—proving that outcomes track program strength rather than school prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Lipscomb University graduates borrow $19,500 and face just a 7.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, University of North Florida leads with a 19.5% family burden, demonstrating that the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Lipscomb UniversityPrivate | $56,250 | 14 | $19,500 | Excellent | $30,298 | Challenging |
| #2 | $50,003 | 91 | $20,654 | Good | $31,890 | High | |
| #3 | $45,329 | 125 | $22,750 | Manageable | $48,666 | High | |
| #4 | $44,717 | 103 | $15,531 | Good | $13,835 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $43,339 | 5 | $22,077 | Manageable | $18,000 | High | |
| #6 | $42,957 | 500 | $17,236 | Good | $15,000 | Challenging | |
| #7 | Auburn UniversityPublic | $42,948 | 36 | $21,000 | Manageable | $43,605 | High |
| #8 | $42,841 | 879 | $18,190 | Manageable | $16,036 | Challenging | |
| #9 | $41,524 | 27 | $23,666 | Manageable | $43,423 | High | |
| #10 | $41,326 | 111 | $24,929 | Challenging | $26,683 | High | |
| #11 | Liberty UniversityPrivate | $40,717 | 30 | $24,500 | Challenging | $16,398 | High |
| #12 | Houston Christian UniversityPrivate | $39,087 | 26 | $22,642 | Challenging | $28,262 | High |
| #13 | University Of ArkansasPublic | $36,588 | 26 | $21,500 | Challenging | $28,086 | High |
| #14 | Wiley UniversityPrivate | $35,771 | 19 | $24,989 | High | $12,630 | High |
| #15 | $35,476 | 212 | $16,500 | Manageable | $13,610 | High | |
| #16 | $34,744 | 164 | $23,548 | High | $16,223 | High | |
| #17 | $34,607 | 222 | $20,000 | Challenging | $29,387 | High | |
| #18 | $34,328 | 279 | $17,622 | Challenging | $18,946 | High | |
| #19 | $33,756 | 8 | $19,500 | Challenging | $17,353 | High | |
| #20 | $32,049 | 23 | $15,039 | Challenging | $11,189 | High | |
| #21 | $30,694 | 50 | $25,000 | High | $11,809 | High | |
| #22 | Baylor UniversityPrivate | $30,687 | 34 | $23,000 | High | $50,786 | High |
| #23 | University Of KentuckyPublic | $29,529 | 34 | $22,500 | High | $30,006 | High |
| #24 | Thomas UniversityPrivate | $28,598 | 9 | $21,198 | High | $10,000 | High |
| #25 | Covenant CollegePrivate | $28,598 | 12 | $22,500 | High | $29,500 | 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.
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