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School of Professional Advancement

Online Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies

Transfer up to 75 credits and finish your degree in as little as one year.

Finish What You Started

The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) 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. Courses are available in expedited eight-week terms, which provides a shorter route to completion.

Affordable

At just $600 per credit hour, we offer competitive tuition rates and financial aid options along with flexible, online course schedules.

Frictionless

Experience our streamlined application, clear requirements, and advisor support from first click to graduation.

Customizable

Integrate courses from humanities, social sciences, technology, business, and more to create an intellectually rich and professionally relevant pathway.

Accelerated

Transfer up to 75 credits. With our eight-week terms, you can complete your degree in one or two years.

How an 8-Week Term Works

A course taken during an eight-week term covers the same material and earns the same credit as a traditional 16-week course. Classes are offered in an asynchronous format, offering you greater flexibility to accommodate your schedule. This accelerated format lets you focus on shorter classes while staying on track to complete your degree.

Not sure if an 8-Week term is right for you? For more information, visit our 8-Week Terms page.

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Choose a Major or Concentration Aligned to In-Demand Fields

The bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies at the Tulane School of Professional Advancement requires a total of 120 credit hours. The curriculum blends a liberal arts foundation with a major in Paralegal Studies or two student-selected disciplinary concentrations and an interdisciplinary core, culminating in a capstone seminar that synthesizes knowledge from across the student’s academic experience.

Option I: Major in Paralegal Studies

Students may select a major in Paralegal Studies (27 credits).

 

Paralegal Studies

Option 2: Select Two Concentrations

Students may select two disciplinary concentrations (12 credits each).

 

Strategic Communication

Principles of Management

Principles of Finance

Health Promotion

Lifestyle Strategies in Health

Applied Digital Marketing

Information Technology

Cybersecurity

“Tulane SoPA made higher education accessible while working full-time.”

— Nelly Peña, BS, Business & Leadership

What Will You Learn While Earning Your Online 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.
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What Can You Do With an Online Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies?

An interdisciplinary studies 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:*

Operations Manager
Median Annual Salary: $101,280

Project Management Specialist
Median Annual Salary: $98,580

Logistics Manager
Median Annual Salary: $78,128

Customer Success Manager
Median Annual Salary: $63,844

*National salary data according to Payscale and the Bureau of Labor statistics; salaries vary by location.

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.

Admission Requirements

Apply anytime—no test scores or letters of recommendation are required.

  1. Upload an official government-issued photo ID
  2. The fee for applicants is $40 for undergraduate programs

  3. 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

  4. 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.

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.

8-Week Term Start Dates

The Master of Science in Cyber Technology, Master of Science in Sport Administration, Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Bachelor of Science in Organizational Behavior and Management Studies, and Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication are taught through eight-week terms.

For a complete list of important dates, see our 8-Week Terms Academic Calendar.

FALL 2026
TERM I

AUG
17

FALL 2026
TERM II

OCT
18

SPRING 2027
TERM I

JAN
11

SPRING 2027
TERM II

MAR
15

SUMMER 2027
TERM

MAY
17

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