Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at West Virginia University

West Virginia University's interdisciplinary studies program starts weak but finishes respectable, with earnings jumping 49% from $30,000 in year one to nearly $45,000 by year four. While that first-year figure ranks in just the 12th percentile nationally, the four-year mark approaches the national median—and given that this program sits at the 60th percentile for West Virginia, it's actually the strongest option for interdisciplinary studies in the state.

The $25,000 debt load is manageable, roughly in line with both state and national averages for this degree, resulting in a reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.83. The real question is whether your child can weather that difficult first year out of college when earnings barely crack $30,000. The trajectory improves considerably, but students need either family support or a willingness to live lean during that initial period. The strong sample size (100+ graduates) means these patterns are reliable, not flukes.

For West Virginia families, this represents the best interdisciplinary studies option in the state—that 60th percentile ranking matters when you're paying in-state tuition. But prospective students should understand they're choosing a slow-build career path where year one will test their patience and budget.