This Master of Arts (MA) program offers an innovative, interdisciplinary approach to graduate education. Students will combine two or more academic disciplines, either by selecting their own areas of emphasis or choosing existing combinations within the humanities and social sciences. The program emphasizes advanced research skills, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary problem-solving, preparing students for careers in research, policy analysis, and diverse fields requiring a broad range of knowledge.

(Career options are highly dependent on the chosen areas of emphasis, further study, and experience. Potential paths include but are not limited to:) Roles in: Research Analyst (Interdisciplinary), Policy Analyst, Program Director, Consultant (Interdisciplinary), Higher Education Administrator, Non-profit Executive, Cultural Analyst, Project Manager (Complex Projects), (Potentially roles in related research institutions, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and diverse industries)

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- This innovative degree combines two or more academic disciplines: students may select their own areas of emphasis or choose existing combinations within the humanities and social sciences.
- New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences