Interdisciplinary Studies - Self Design Concentration

The Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) Self-Design B.A. or B.S. options exist to allow undergraduate students to design a major in an area of academic interest that crosses disciplinary boundaries and creates a unique educational experience. 

Admission to the Self-Design Major program is by application only. The first step for the student who wishes to enter the program is to identify a faculty sponsor/mentor. This sponsor will assist the student to develop an academically sound major in a chosen interdisciplinary area. 

Toward the end of your coursework, you will complete a capstone course requiring you to use skills and knowledge obtained during the degree to design and implement a service-learning experience to benefit an organization in the community. Please see the Self-Design FAQ page (question 7) for a more detailed description.

Applicants attending school outside the U.S. must submit the following materials to complete their application:

• Official secondary school transcripts and English translations
• Proof of English Proficiency
• Proof of Financial Ability
• Optional SAT or ACT scores

Applicants attending school in the U.S. must submit the following materials to complete their application:

• Official high school transcripts
• Proof of English Proficiency
• Proof of Financial Ability (for F-1 or J-1 students)
• Optional SAT or ACT scores

Choose to apply through one of our two applications – we do not have a preference which application you choose. A non-refundable application fee of $100 is required, and application fee waivers are not accepted.

• Common App
• Coalition on Scoir