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Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

Governors State University

USA,Illinois

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 15,024/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 25 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1969

Total Students: 4,600 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484, United States

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Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

Program Overview

Solving complex, real-world problems begins with the ability to work collaboratively and think across multiple disciplines. Governors State’s Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies facilitates the development of skills in multimodal thinking, expanding beyond discipline-specific methodologies while developing knowledge of subject matter relevant to specific fields and problems. The IDSS program offers transfer and adult students a customizable degree plan, which can be completed entirely online or on GSU's main campus, including a selection of week day, weekend or hybrid courses. The program is designed for completion over the course of three semesters.

First semester: Learn the foundational skills and knowledge required to become a disciplinary insider while learning interdisciplinary problem-solving methods. Also, remember to enroll in our new Career Planning and Decision Making course, which acts as an entry point into the program that helps students identify their marketable strength and investigate possible career options.
Second semester: Develop skills further through hands-on application, including research, group projects, and an optional internship.
Third semester: Synthesize knowledge through the IDSS capstone experience, in which students conceive, complete, and articulate their work in a final, cumulative project.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 25 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 15,024 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Governors State University

CAD 13,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 68
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 47.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 90.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.