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Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies Schools in Illinois

In 2020-2021, 6,277 students earned their Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies degrees in IL.

As a degree choice, Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies is the 8th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies Majors in Illinois

Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 4,813
Bachelor’s Degree 853
Master’s Degree 505
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 63
Post-Master’s Certificate 63
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 33
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 33
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 33
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 8
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 8
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 2
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 2
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a multi / interdisciplinary studies major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of multi / interdisciplinary studies majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.2%
  • Black or African American: 8.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 21.8%
  • White: 51.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.6%
  • Other Races: 5.8%
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Jobs for Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies Grads in Illinois

There are 104,520 people in the state and 2,654,640 people in the nation working in multi / interdisciplinary studies jobs.

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Wages for Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies Jobs in Illinois

Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies grads earn an average of $69,480 in the state and $78,820 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Illinois that offer multi / interdisciplinary studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

421 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,026 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $1,901. In their early career, MVCC grads earn an average salary of $32,650.

401 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,199 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,184. Of all the students who attend this school, 76% get financial aid.

293 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,321. The 2.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

280 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,564 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $33,616 after earning their degree at this institution. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 54% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

#5

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn
242 Degrees in Major Awarded
21,010 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 72% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 22%.

222 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,479 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1. A typical student attending Harold Washington College will pay a net price of $2,726. In their early career, Harold Washington College grads earn an average salary of $28,254.

202 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,214. The student loan default rate is 2.50% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 72%.

#8

Triton College

River Grove
191 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,819 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $4,816. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 30%.

186 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,946 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.90%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 28% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 30 to 1.

#10

DePaul University

Chicago
168 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
21,922 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,054 after earning their degree at this institution. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $31,174.

Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies Careers in IL

Some of the careers multi / interdisciplinary studies majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Political Scientists 13% $81,390
Archivists 10% $60,580
Museum Technicians and Conservators 10% $42,870
Curators 10% $49,680
Geoscientists 10% $61,400
Computer Workers 9% $0
Accountants and Auditors 8% $71,470
Community and Social Service Specialists 8% $36,470
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 6% $74,850
Biological Science Professors 5% $72,880
Dietitians and Nutritionists 5% $58,650
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $113,180
Dietetic Technicians 4% $22,930
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists 4% $54,820
Biological Scientists 4% $83,370
Social Scientists 3% $76,160
Social Sciences Professors 3% $45,630
Life Scientists 3% $85,920
Medical Scientists 1% $75,990
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 0% $69,230
Anthropologists and Archeologists 0% $62,330
Historians 0% $63,600
Physical Scientists 0% $105,390
Labor Relations Specialists -11% $59,460

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