Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies at University of Toledo

The University of Toledo's interdisciplinary studies program delivers first-year earnings of $41,513—about $6,200 above the national median for this degree—while keeping debt manageable at $31,355. That 0.76 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates typically owe less than one year's salary, a reasonable starting point. The program ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for earnings and carries lower debt than 87% of similar programs across the country.

The real concern here is the earnings trajectory. Four years out, median earnings actually drop to $39,840, a 4% decline that runs counter to typical career progression. This pattern suggests either graduates shifting to lower-paying positions over time or employment instability in their chosen fields. In Ohio specifically, this program sits at the median for both earnings and debt, so it's neither standout nor subpar within the state—just middle-of-the-pack among the nine schools offering this degree.

For families evaluating this program, the math works if your student has a clear career plan. The initial salary and debt load are defensible, but the downward earnings trend four years later raises questions about long-term prospects. If your child is choosing this degree because they're undecided rather than committed to a specific interdisciplinary field, that declining earnings pattern should factor heavily into your decision. The strong sample size makes these numbers reliable, not flukes.