The Interdisciplinary Studies - Individualized (B.A.) at Illinois State University is for students seeking a unique academic path, allowing you to design a specialized program of study tailored to your specific interests that aren't covered by existing majors. You will work closely with a faculty sponsor to create a personalized plan, drawing from diverse fields to construct a curriculum that reflects your distinct goals. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are looking to forge your own academic narrative and prepare for specialized professional or graduate school pursuits.
This Bachelor of Arts degree is studied full-time on campus over four years, requiring a minimum of 120 credit hours, including 40 senior-level hours. Your day-to-day experience will involve a blend of general education courses, major-specific coursework, and university-wide electives, allowing for significant flexibility. You will develop your own plan of study in consultation with your advisor, potentially creating a unique concentration like Health and Wellness or Classical Civilization. Upon graduation, you will earn a Bachelor of Arts degree with your transcript noting your individualized specialization.