Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies at University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis

A Bachelor's in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies from this specialized health sciences institution produces estimated first-year earnings around $35,000—substantially below Missouri's typical outcomes for this degree. The state median sits at $50,454, with Park University reporting exactly that figure for its graduates. This $15,000 gap raises real questions about whether this particular program delivers comparable career preparation, especially at a school primarily known for pharmacy and health sciences rather than interdisciplinary studies.

The estimated $26,500 in debt translates to a 0.75 debt-to-earnings ratio, which looks manageable on paper. Similar programs nationally carry about the same debt load while producing comparable earnings, suggesting these figures represent a common pattern for interdisciplinary bachelor's degrees. However, the relatively high admission rate and middling test scores at this institution—combined with substantially lower earnings than state peers—suggest this may not be the strongest interdisciplinary option in Missouri, even if the debt burden itself isn't extreme.

Before committing, families should understand they're looking at peer-program estimates, not actual graduate outcomes from this specific degree. The practical reality: if your child attends this program, they'd be borrowing roughly nine months of estimated first-year salary for credentials that appear to lag significantly behind other Missouri options. Unless this school offers unique connections or resources that explain the earnings gap, stronger interdisciplinary programs exist within the same state at similar or lower costs.