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. Combine courses across the arts, humanities, sciences and social sciences to develop invaluable skills that prepare you for diverse careers and a fulfilling life shaped by your passions.
In the Bachelor of Arts program in interdisciplinary arts and sciences, you build a flexible, customized degree that is specific to your career goals.
You tailor your program to emphasize interdisciplinary study combined with a specific focus area (e.g., business, communication studies, English, gerontology, history, psychology, preprofessional studies). For example, a focus area that blends business with arts and performance can lead to employment opportunities that aren't as easily accessed with a traditional business degree alone.
By providing the opportunity to combine disciplines, New College equips you with the specialized education you need to reach your individual career goals. This program culminates in a capstone experience that provides a practical perspective, skills and connections, preparing you 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
- First
required math course:
MAT 114 - College Mathematics
or any math course that meets the MATH designation - Math
intensity: General
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
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.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Analyze key problems in applied ethics, philosophy, religious studies or a combination thereof.
- Examine philosophical, and ethical theories.
- Critically appraise philosophical arguments in texts.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, students in the interdisciplinary arts and sciences program are able to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Students in these programs build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network. Students who participate in a study abroad program develop cultural competency and strengthen their leadership and critical thinking skills, enhancing their resumes and enabling them to stand out in a competitive job market. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences can explore how their varied fields and interests interact in different settings around the world.
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 traditional disciplines benefit from the flexibility of this program, which prepares them for a wide variety 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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6.4%
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$45,930
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3.5%
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$57,510
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33.5%
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$120,230
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4.4%
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$61,990
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-3.1%
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$142,080
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2.7%
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$73,620
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4.8%
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$74,750
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1.0%
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$60,810
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0.9%
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$90,390
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3.4%
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$89,320
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School of Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Studies
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FAB N101
HARCSadvising@asu.edu
602-543-3000
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
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. 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.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the "New Programs" option.
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
