PROGRAM OVERVIEW
A bachelor in Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) is an individualized major program that allows students with a specific field of study interest that is not covered by any available MACU major the opportunity to design their degree program. The student’s assigned IDS academic advisor discusses and oversees this process, and all plans are reviewed through the Office of the Registrar
UNIVERSITY CORE (46 hrs.)
Specific courses within the University Core are listed in the University catalog, located at catalog.macu.edu
ELECTIVES (43 hrs )
For a list of recommended electives, please refer to the University catalog, located at catalog macu edu
COSTS AND FEES
Online/Evening Accelerated: Courses in the Interdisciplinary Studies program cost $455/credit hour for lower division classes and $499/credit hour for upper division classes
On Campus/Traditional: Tuition per semester (12-17 credit hours) costs $10,500 for 2026-27.
MAJOR CORE (33 hrs.)
Areas of Study require a minimum of 9 hours in upper level courses. This may be taken in one Area of Study or split between various Areas of Study for a minimum of 18 hours in upper-level courses
Additionally, course MGMT 4203 Managing Teams is required as a capstone course
MAJOR AREAS OF STUDY
Accounting
Biology*
Business Administration
Christian Ministries
Criminal Justice
Cybersecurity
Data Analytics
Digital Marketing
English*
Healthcare Management
Management and Ethics
Mathematics
Media Production and Communication
Ministry Leadership
Psychology
Sports Management and Ethics
*These areas of study are only offered in a 16-week, on-campus modality
TOTAL REQUIRED HOURS: 122
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