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Net costs for Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies programs in New Jersey span from $14,159 at Montclair State to $41,315 at Felician University, creating a nearly 3:1 price difference. The state's pharmaceutical giants like Johnson & Johnson and Merck value graduates who can bridge multiple disciplines, making these flexible programs particularly relevant. Ramapo College achieves the strongest graduation rate at 71.90% while maintaining reasonable public tuition, and most schools maintain acceptance rates above 84%.
7
Programs
$14,159 – $41,315
Net Price Range
$23,761
Avg. Program Earnings
61.7%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,159 $14,766 64.3% 91.3%
2 $15,266 $35,822 61.7% 84.1%
3 $19,037 $37,732 56.6% 96.5%
4 $20,218 $37,110 55.1% 75.8%
5 $20,360 $15,978 71.9% 70.5%
6 $24,415 $35,822 72.3% 89.1%
7 $41,315 $37,830 49.7% 89.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Public universities like Montclair State ($14,159) and Ramapo College ($20,360) offer significantly lower net costs than private institutions. Felician University tops the list at $41,315, nearly triple Montclair's cost, though private schools often provide more individualized attention and smaller class sizes.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in New Jersey?

Interestingly, mid-priced Ramapo College leads with a 71.90% graduation rate, followed closely by the more expensive Fairleigh Dickinson-Florham at 72.30%. The most affordable option, Montclair State, maintains a solid 64.30% rate, while the priciest Felician University has the lowest completion rate at 49.70%.

Where do graduates typically find employment in New Jersey's job market?

Multi-disciplinary graduates earn around $23,761 initially but benefit from New Jersey's proximity to major metropolitan areas. The state's pharmaceutical, finance, and technology sectors value employees who can work across departments, with companies like Merck and Johnson & Johnson frequently hiring interdisciplinary graduates for project management and research coordination roles.

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