Interdisciplinary Studies

What is Interdisciplinary Studies?

Interdisciplinary studies begins with the acknowledgment that some questions, some problems, some topics are too big to be understood through a single disciplinary lens. The interdisciplinary student seeks to gather the relevant knowledge, methodologies, and experience from a variety of disciplines to develop a more complete understanding of the issue that interests them. This approach to education requires movement beyond the traditional major.

The Interdisciplinary Studies major invites students to design a 48-credit hour individualized plan of study that speaks to their specific interests or career goals not addressed by the other majors offered here at the University of Mississippi.

Admissions

Students interested in the Interdisciplinary Studies major must first meet with the program’s director, Dr. Andrew Pfrenger, for an initial consultation. Start that process by filling out the simple Interdisciplinary Studies Interest form below and then schedule an initial advising appointment.

How to Apply

Fill out the Interdisciplinary Studies Interest form below to begin the process of becoming an Interdisciplinary Studies major. When you have finished, schedule an appointment to speak with Dr. Pfrenger about your interest.