School of Professional Advancement
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
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Pick Up Where You Left Off
The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies is designed for adult learners, working professionals, military-affiliated students, and transfer students who have previously earned college credits but have not yet completed a degree.
Students design their own flexible, interdisciplinary path that leverages past academic credits and real‑world experience to finish faster. The program integrates a liberal arts foundation with two student-selected disciplinary concentrations chosen from various areas of study: including Legal Studies; Digital Media Marketing & Communications; Public Relations & Strategic Communications; Business & Leadership; Information Technology; Cybersecurity; Social Science; and Humanities option to design an individualized interdisciplinary concentration plan.
We offer competitive tuition rates and financial aid options along with flexible, online course schedules.
Experience our streamlined application, clear requirements, and advisor support from first click to graduation.
Integrate courses from humanities, social sciences, technology, business, and more to create an intellectually rich and professionally relevant pathway.
Transfer up to 60 credits toward the 120‑credit bachelor’s requirement saving both time and money.
What Will You Learn While Earning Your Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies?
- Apply qualitative and quantitative research methods from multiple disciplines.
- Evaluate interdisciplinary strategies for inquiry and analysis.
- Design and propose an interdisciplinary research or applied project.
- Conduct stakeholder and ethical impact analysis related to proposed topics.
- Develop strategies for collaboration, project management, and effective communication.
What Can You Do With a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies?
This degree is ideal for those who want to customize their education to align with unique interests and goals, blending multiple fields such as business, social sciences, technology, and the arts. Graduates often pursue careers in education, project management, marketing, public relations, human resources, and nonprofit leadership, or use the degree as a foundation for advanced studies.
Take a look at a few careers you can pursue with this degree:*
Project Management Specialist
Median Annual Salary: $98,580
Operations Manager
Median Annual Salary: $101,280
Customer Success Manager
Median Annual Salary: $63,844
Elementary School Teacher
Median Annual Salary: $62,340
*National salary data according to Payscale and the Bureau of Labor statistics; salaries vary by location.
Explore the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Curriculum
The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) at Tulane University’s School of Professional Advancement requires a total of 120 credit hours. The curriculum blends a liberal arts foundation with two student-selected disciplinary concentrations and an interdisciplinary core, culminating in a capstone seminar that synthesizes knowledge from across the student’s academic experience.
Each student selects two disciplinary concentrations (12 credit hours each) from SoPA’s existing areas of study:
- Legal Studies
- Digital Media Marketing & Communications
- Public Relations & Strategic Communications
- Business & Leadership
- Information Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Social Science
- Humanities
Students may also opt to create an Individualized Interdisciplinary Concentration Plan (ICP) in consultation with an advisor and with approval from the BIS program directors.
“Tulane SoPA made higher education accessible while working full-time.”
Funding Your Degree
Tulane SoPA is more affordable than traditional private university tuition. With limited fees and a 20% tuition discount (if qualified), cost is on par with many state schools.
All tuition is charged by the credit hour and we have minimal fees. Visit our tuition page to see our current tuition rates and use our net price calculator.
We strive to make higher education affordable by offering 20% discounts, financial aid, and credit for work and life experience. Learn about financial aid, discounts and scholarship opportunities to fund your degree today.
Tulane SoPA participates in the Post-9/11 GI Bill® Yellow Ribbon Program for eligible students enrolling in our master's degree programs. Visit our military benefits page for detailed information.
Admissions
Apply anytime—no test scores or letters of recommendation are required.
- Upload an official government-issued photo ID
- The fee for applicants is $40 for undergraduate programs
Transcripts. You may be admitted with unofficial copies of your transcripts. Please note that uploaded copies of your transcripts will not be considered "official." SoPA requires official transcripts prior to registering for classes.
Electronic transcripts are preferred. Have official electronic transcripts sent to soparecords@tulane.edu directly by the institution.
Paper copies of official transcripts may be mailed to:
Academic Records
Richardson Bldg. #5
Suite 204
6823 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118- Undergraduate applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be in good standing from any prior higher education institution attended.
Complete the online application, upload your official government-issued photo ID, and pay the $40 application fee.
You may be admitted with unofficial copies of your transcripts. Please note that uploaded copies of your transcripts will not be considered "official." SoPA requires official transcripts prior to registering for classes.
International students (or students who have earned their degree outside the U.S. or Canada) must submit a course-by-course evaluation of international coursework. Evaluations can take a month to complete from the time the agency receives your international transcript(s), so we recommend getting an early start on this process to ensure the evaluation is received by the deadline for which you're applying.
International students may also be required to submit proof of English language proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL). Please refer to the international student section in the FAQ to determine whether you're required to submit scores. The Tulane Office of International Students & Scholars can provide additional assistance.
Admissions Deadlines
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JAN 1
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SESSION 2
FEB 23
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SESSION 2
SEP 28
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