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College Unbound offers Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies programs at just $19,116 net cost, making it the most affordable option among Rhode Island's five schools in this field. The $26,422 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs reflects the state's mix of community-focused institutions and elite colleges. Rhode Island's growing healthcare and education sectors particularly value graduates who can work across traditional academic boundaries, skills that interdisciplinary programs directly develop.
5
Programs
$19,116 – $45,538
Net Price Range
80.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $19,116 $10,488
2 $19,899 $16,408 71.0% 76.4%
3 $26,572 $68,230 95.9% 5.1%
4 $38,123 $42,666 66.6% 91.0%
5 $45,538 $60,848 87.9% 52.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes College Unbound so much cheaper than other Rhode Island options?

College Unbound's $19,116 net cost reflects its mission-driven approach to adult and nontraditional learners. The school focuses on competency-based education rather than traditional campus amenities, keeping costs nearly $7,000 below the next cheapest option.

How does Brown University justify its $26,572 net cost for interdisciplinary studies?

Brown's Open Curriculum allows students to design truly custom interdisciplinary majors without distribution requirements. With a 95.90% graduation rate and 5.06% acceptance rate, the investment reflects access to top-tier faculty and research opportunities.

Is University of Rhode Island a good value for interdisciplinary studies?

URI offers solid value at $19,899 net cost with a respectable 71% graduation rate. As the state's flagship university, it provides strong connections to local employers in healthcare, defense, and education sectors that value interdisciplinary thinking.

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