Overview

This Theory and Practice - Interdisciplinary Studies degree from Montana State University Billings is not applicable for teacher licensure. Students pursuing degrees in this program area will have an Advisory Committee, which consists of faculty from at least two departments. The Advisory Committee will meet with the student and approve the program of study.

Most of the courses in this program are offered in the evening and some are offered online allowing for flexible completion of the program.

Reasons to Choose MSUB for this Degree

Allows you to self-design a program of study that fits your unique needs
Allows you to combine coursework from several different disciplines
Provides an opportunity for you to meet the evolving demand for unique graduate study
Allows you to develop a curriculum that supports individual learner-centered study

Flexible course offerings including online and evenings

School districts that have hired graduates

Billings School District #2
Billings Catholic Schools
Hot Springs Co. School District, Thermopolis, WY
Laurel Public Schools
Fairview Public Schools
Big Timber Public Schools
Hardin School District
Lavina Public Schools
Park City Schools
Mesa Public Schools, Mesa, AZ

According to career outcomes surveys for MSU Billings Education Interdisciplinary Studies master’s graduates, 100% are employed in their field within 9 months of graduation, and recent graduates report an average salary of $40,000.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Design and Interpretation
Advanced Human Development and Learning
Critical Issues in Education
Internship
Thesis or
Directed Research Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Generally, we use a rolling admission system, meaning that we accept new students until the program reaches capacity or a month before the semester starts.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Billings, United States

Disciplines

Liberal Arts View 415 other Masters in Liberal Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
Graduate GPA (if applicable) of at least 3.0
Completed Graduate Record Examination
Complete Graduate Student Application
Submit Official Transcripts from all Institutions Attended
Payment of Nonrefundable $40 Application Fee
Submit Admission Test Scores - GRE

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19680 USD / year

≈ 19680 USD / year
Out-of-State

14160 USD / year

≈ 14160 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7710 USD / year

≈ 7710 USD / year

Living costs

Billings

United States

945 - 1958 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

The annual Graduate Studies Endowment Scholarships in honor of Drs. C. Robert Waterman, Helen Wilson and Robert McRae will be awarded in the spring. Outstanding graduate students will receive $1,000 each for the academic year as Waterman, Wilson and McRae Scholars. Need or current financial aid will not be considered in making these awards.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Reasons to Choose MSUB for this Degree

School districts that have hired graduates

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Billings

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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