Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology's Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies associate's degree earns just $26,451 in the first year—roughly $6,000 below the national median for this program. While that places it in the 5th percentile nationally, this appears typical for Oklahoma: graduates here match the state median exactly and rank at the 60th percentile among the three Oklahoma schools offering this degree. The gap isn't about this institution underperforming; it's about Oklahoma's wage environment for interdisciplinary associate's degrees lagging far behind other states.

The debt picture offers some relief. At $14,250, borrowers owe about $4,600 more than the national median, but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.54 remains manageable—graduates would dedicate roughly half a year's income to paying off loans. Given that 40% of students here receive Pell grants, many will graduate with minimal or no debt.

The critical caveat: this data reflects fewer than 30 graduates, making these numbers unreliable for predicting any individual outcome. For families considering this program, the real question is whether an interdisciplinary associate's degree—which often serves as a stepping stone rather than a terminal credential—justifies even modest debt when starting earnings barely exceed $26,000. If your child plans to continue their education, this might work as a foundation. If they're planning to stop here, explore more specialized technical programs at this same institution that typically command higher starting wages.