Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Arizona State University Campus Immersion

Arizona State University's Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program delivers solid earnings that outperform most national competitors, with graduates earning $45,875 in their first year—nearly $7,000 above the national median for this field. The program ranks in the 73rd percentile nationally, meaning it beats roughly three-quarters of similar programs across the country. However, within Arizona's smaller pool of six programs, it sits right at the state median, suggesting this is more about ASU's overall strength than exceptional performance in this specific major.

The financial picture is reasonable but not exceptional. With $25,000 in median debt and a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.54, graduates aren't over-leveraged, though they're not getting the bargain-level debt some programs offer. The 20% earnings growth from year one to year four ($55,247) shows decent career progression, which is crucial for interdisciplinary studies graduates who often need time to find their professional niche.

For parents, this program represents a safe middle-ground choice at a well-regarded university. Your child won't graduate with crushing debt, and they'll likely out-earn peers from most other schools nationally. However, if your student is Arizona-focused, they should know they're paying full ASU prices for results that match the state average. This makes sense if they value ASU's resources and network, but other Arizona options might deliver similar outcomes at potentially lower cost.