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West Virginia University at Parkersburg offers the most affordable Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program at just $3,613 net cost annually, dramatically undercutting the state average. This gap becomes even more striking when compared to private options like Wheeling University at $19,040. The interdisciplinary approach proves valuable in West Virginia's evolving economy, where energy companies increasingly seek graduates who can bridge technical and business functions as the state transitions toward renewable energy development.
8
Programs
$3,613 – $19,040
Net Price Range
$32,245
Avg. Program Earnings
43.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $3,613 $4,420 30.6%
2 $9,957 $8,064 36.1% 64.6%
3 $9,983 $9,700 42.3% 91.4%
4 $12,997 $9,648 61.2% 88.4%
5 $15,306 $34,816 46.3% 64.9%
6 $16,295 $8,732 60.6% 74.1%
7 $16,358 $9,412 35.5%
8 $19,040 $29,475 32.0% 72.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What creates such dramatic cost differences between programs in West Virginia?

Public institutions like WVU Parkersburg charge $3,613 while private colleges reach $19,040, creating a $15,427 annual gap. The PROMISE Scholarship covers full tuition for qualifying students at public schools, making in-state costs even more manageable.

How do graduation rates vary across these interdisciplinary programs?

West Virginia University leads with a 61.20% graduation rate despite serving 25,000+ students. Smaller schools show mixed results, with Concord University at 42.30% and Glenville State at just 35.50%.

Does program affordability correlate with post-graduation earnings?

Both WVU Institute of Technology and the main Morgantown campus report identical median earnings of $32,245 despite different net costs. This suggests program quality and career services matter more than tuition price for income outcomes.

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