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The Interdisciplinary Studies Department at Marylhurst University

The Interdisciplinary Studies Department offers students the opportunity to design their own degrees. The degree provides a flexible structure and individual support to help students realize academic, personal and professional aspirations.

Interdisciplinary Studies students begin with a mission statement that outlines their plan for study. The student develops a major project, such as a thesis, that encapsulates the student’s unique concentration. The Interdisciplinary Studies advisor works closely with each student throughout the course of study, ensuring that the degree plan is well connected to long-term goals.

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Degrees and Certificates

BA in Interdisciplinary Studies
- Preparatory Art Therapy
- Self-Designed Concentration
- Sustainability Studies

What our Students Say

"Marylhurst is a place where the students own their own learning. It's not college like I've ever seen before."

— Stephanie Lillegard, Interdisciplinary Studies major


Hear what George Roberts, an Interdisciplinary Studies alum, says about his Marylhurst experience.





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17600 Pacific Highway (Hwy 43) / PO Box 261 / Marylhurst, OR 97036
Phone: 503.636.8141 / Toll-free: 800.634.9982 / Fax: 503.636.9526


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Integrate your accomplishments, goals and abiding passions by shaping your degree.