Best Value Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Colleges in Connecticut

Connecticut's public university regional campuses deliver the state's most affordable interdisciplinary programs, with the Waterbury campus charging just $8,896 in net costs compared to private institutions reaching $46,274. This 5x cost difference becomes significant given that graduates across all 12 Connecticut programs earn identical median salaries of $33,281 regardless of where they studied. The state's insurance and financial services sectors increasingly value interdisciplinary graduates who can navigate complex regulatory environments and cross-functional teams at major employers like Hartford Financial and Aetna.

Programs

$8,896 – $46,274

Net Price Range

$33,281

Avg. Program Earnings

70.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, Connecticut	$8,896	$33,281	$17,462	59.5%	97.9%
2	University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, Connecticut	$11,504	$33,281	$17,462	56.7%	97.4%
3	University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, Connecticut	$13,339	$33,281	$17,452	65.4%	97.3%
4	University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford, Connecticut	$14,059	$33,281	$17,472	56.9%	92.2%
5	University of Connecticut Storrs, Connecticut	$22,886	$33,281	$20,366	83.8%	54.5%
6	Central Connecticut State University New Britain, Connecticut	$16,435		$12,460	49.3%	76.7%
7	Connecticut College New London, Connecticut	$33,998		$64,812	83.7%	40.4%
8	Fairfield University Fairfield, Connecticut	$46,274		$56,360	83.8%	52.2%
9	University of Hartford West Hartford, Connecticut	$29,558		$47,647	58.3%	82.8%
10	University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, Connecticut	$27,375		$45,908	69.7%	74.9%
11	Trinity College Hartford, Connecticut	$35,009		$67,420	82.8%	36.1%
12	Yale University New Haven, Connecticut	$27,818		$64,700	96.3%	4.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the identical $33,281 earnings across all Connecticut interdisciplinary programs?

All reporting schools show the same median earnings figure, suggesting similar career paths regardless of institution. This means students at the $8,896 Waterbury campus earn the same as those paying $46,274 at Fairfield University.

How do University of Connecticut regional campuses compare on graduation rates?

Hartford leads UConn's regional campuses with a 65.4% graduation rate, while Avery Point trails at 56.7%. The main Storrs campus achieves 83.8% but costs $14,000 more annually than most regional locations.

Is Yale University's interdisciplinary program worth the premium price tag?

Yale charges $64,700 sticker price but offers substantial aid, bringing net costs to $27,818. With a 96.3% graduation rate and just 4.57% acceptance rate, it represents the state's most selective option.

Where can students find the best graduation rates for their investment?

UConn Storrs delivers 83.8% graduation rates at $22,886 net cost, matching private schools like Connecticut College and Fairfield. Central Connecticut State offers the lowest net cost among full universities at $16,435.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.