Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Northwestern University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | $35,286* | — | $28,202* | — |
| Eastern Illinois University | $50,862* | $53,724 | $22,033* | 0.43 |
| National Louis University | $38,765* | $42,929 | $28,202* | 0.73 |
| Roosevelt University | $31,806* | $38,422 | $28,474* | 0.90 |
| Columbia College Chicago | $25,999* | $38,547 | $27,000* | 1.04 |
| National Median | $38,704* | — | $25,495* | 0.66 |
Other Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Illinois University Charleston | $13,403 | $50,862 | $22,033 |
| National Louis University Chicago | $12,345 | $38,765 | $28,202 |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $20,280 | $31,806 | $28,474 |
| Columbia College Chicago Chicago | $32,520 | $25,999 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Northwestern University, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.