Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies at University of Evansville

A $26,500 debt load might sound manageable until you consider what comparable interdisciplinary bachelor's programs typically produce in first-year earnings: around $35,000. That 0.75 debt-to-earnings ratio is workable—graduates could theoretically pay this off in a few years with discipline—but it requires looking beyond the immediate post-graduation paycheck.

What complicates the picture here is Indiana's track record with this degree. Similar programs across the state show a wide median earnings of $47,000, substantially higher than the national baseline used for this estimate. University of Evansville's actual outcomes for this major could align more closely with Indiana's stronger state performance, or they could track with national norms. Without reported data from this specific program, there's genuine uncertainty about where graduates land. The range among Indiana schools—from $33,600 at Bethel to over $60,000 at IU-East—shows how dramatically these interdisciplinary programs can vary even within one state.

The practical takeaway: interdisciplinary degrees often serve as launching pads for graduate school or careers where the "what you studied" matters less than skills and connections. If your child has a clear path forward—whether that's grad school, a specific career track, or strong internship prospects at Evansville—the estimated debt burden isn't alarming. But if the degree is more exploratory, you'll want concrete evidence of how this particular program's graduates actually fare before committing.