Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Cedarville University

Cedarville's interdisciplinary bachelor's program carries estimated debt of $25,878—roughly $2,000 less than the state median—while peer programs in Ohio suggest first-year earnings around $38,266. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68 sits in reasonable territory, meaning graduates would owe about eight months of their first year's salary. Nationally, interdisciplinary studies programs cluster tightly around these same figures, with median earnings just $400 higher and typical debt nearly identical to what Cedarville students are estimated to face.

The challenge here is that Ohio's interdisciplinary programs show wide variation in outcomes. The University of Cincinnati's network produces graduates earning $44,000+, while others land at the state median where Cedarville appears positioned. For a school with Cedarville's selectivity (SAT averaging 1246) and its private tuition structure, being at the middle of the pack rather than near the top requires scrutiny.

The limited data—too few graduates in this major to generate school-specific outcomes—suggests a smaller program that may offer personalized attention but also raises questions about institutional investment and career placement infrastructure. Before committing to this program, investigate what specific combination of disciplines students pursue, whether the school tracks job placement for its interdisciplinary graduates, and how this degree compares cost-wise to Cedarville's more established majors. The financial picture isn't alarming, but it's not compelling enough to justify private tuition without stronger evidence of this program's particular value.