Overview
The goal of the graduate IDS program is to offer a degree plan that integrates academic disciplines to spur personal growth, enhance employability, and promote innovative thinking based on the ability to approach academic questions and research problems from multiple perspectives.
Key facts:
The key to the Interdisciplinary Studies at West Texas A&M University is integration. This is not a program of randomly selected classes. This is your chance to create an individualized degree plan by choosing three complementary disciplines and integrating the knowledge and skills you learn into a program that meets your personal educational and career goals.
Programme Structure
- Three different subject areas (represented by different prefixes), 12 hours from each subject area.
- At least 24 hours completed in 6000-level courses or higher.
- At least three hours in research methods.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Sociology View 699 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete and submit a Graduate School Application for Admission.
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
- 3.0 minimum undergraduate grade point average (GPA).
- Submit a two-page, double-spaced essay that answers the following questions:
- What are your education and career goals?
- How will an Interdisciplinary Studies degree help you meet these goals?
- What three disciplines will you study?
- What specific learning outcomes will be achieved through this program?
Tuition Fee
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International
1440 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 80 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
1440 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 80 USD per credit during 24 months. -
In-State
900 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 50 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Canyon
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.