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B.A.

Interdisciplinary Studies

Department of Education, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Creative Arts

Your Degree. Your Path. Your Pace.

Earn your B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies 100% online and build a degree that fits your goals, your schedule, and your future.


Program Overview

ECSU’s 100% online Interdisciplinary Studies program is designed with today’s learners in mind—especially those balancing work, family, and education.

By integrating multiple fields of study, you’ll develop the skills employers value most: flexible problem-solving, effective communication, and strong research and analytical thinking.

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all degree. It’s a program built around you.


Focus Areas

Customize Your Focus

Choose a concentration—or design your own—to align your degree with your career goals.

  • Community Services
  • Global Studies
  • Security Studies
  • Individualized Concentration

Your education should reflect your purpose—and this program makes that possible.

What You’ll Study

Build a Degree That Works for You

  • Interdisciplinary Research & Methods
  • Communication Across Disciplines
  • Critical Analysis & Information Gathering
  • Capstone Project (real-world application)

You’ll design a path that connects your interests with practical, career-ready skills.


ECSU—Wherever You Are

At ECSU, your classroom goes with you. Learn from expert faculty, connect with peers, and complete coursework on your schedule—all in a fully online environment designed for flexibility and success.

Key Benefits:

  • Learn from anywhere
  • Balance school, work, and life
  • Access support services online
  • Stay connected to the Viking community

Where This Degree Can Take You

Interdisciplinary Studies prepares you for a wide range of careers by equipping you with adaptable, in-demand skills.

  • Business & Administration
  • Public Service & Government
  • Community & Nonprofit Leadership
  • Education & Training
  • Corporate or Organizational Roles

The program prepares students for careers in Employers value graduates who can think across disciplines, solve complex problems, and communicate effectively.


Department Connection

Part of Something Bigger

The Interdisciplinary Studies program is part of the Department of English, History, and Interdisciplinary Studies, where students develop strong research, writing, and critical inquiry skills through interdisciplinary learning and engagement.

Have Questions? Let’s Talk.

Prof. Leona Q. McGowan, M.S.

Program Coordinator | Lecturer, Interdisciplinary Studies

<a>lqmcgowan@ecsu.edu</a> | (252) 210-4518

Prof. Leona Q. McGowan, M.S.

Program Coordinator | Lecturer, Interdisciplinary Studies

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Start Your Journey—On Your Terms

Whether you’re finishing what you started or beginning something new, ECSU’s online Interdisciplinary Studies program gives you the flexibility to move forward.

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