Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at University of Florida

University of Florida's interdisciplinary studies program starts graduates at just under $34,000—well below the national median of $38,700—but the trajectory tells a different story. Earnings jump 49% to over $50,000 by year four, ultimately exceeding the national 75th percentile. While this ranks in just the 28th percentile nationally at graduation, it places at the 60th percentile among Florida programs, where starting salaries for this degree tend to run lower than the national average.

The $20,200 debt load is notably manageable, coming in 21% below the national median for these programs. That 0.60 debt-to-earnings ratio means your child would owe about seven months of their first-year salary—reasonable for a UF degree, even if that initial salary feels modest. Given UF's 24% admission rate and strong academic profile, many students in this program are likely double-majoring or pursuing specialized combinations that take time to monetize.

The pattern here is clear: patience required, but rewarding for those who stick it out. If your child has a specific interdisciplinary focus with clear career applications, the strong four-year earnings and low debt make this viable. If they're choosing this program because they're undecided, the slow start deserves scrutiny—there are faster paths to $50,000 that don't require waiting four years.