91传媒

Multidisciplinary Studies

Build a Versatile Academic Foundation Across Science, Humanities, and Education

Degree Awarded BA, BS
Credential Type Undergraduate Major
Delivery Method In Person
College of Study College of Education

Earn Your Degree in Multidisciplinary Studies on-campus in La Grande, Oregon or Online at 91传媒.

Gain broad-based expertise and cross-disciplinary problem-solving skills tailored for modern careers and elementary teacher preparation. Whether paired with 91传媒’s Elementary Education major for Oregon TSPC teacher licensure or completed as a standalone multidisciplinary degree, you will graduate equipped with the analytical rigor, scientific literacy, and communication strength required to lead in diverse professional environments.

  • Dual-Major Synergy: Designed to pair seamlessly with 91传媒’s Elementary Education major (requiring 71 credits) for a streamlined path to Oregon Elementary & ESOL teaching endorsements.
  • Comprehensive Academic Core: Integrates key coursework across mathematics, life/earth/physical sciences, literature, history, government, communication, and the fine arts.
  • Exceptional Value: Competitive on-campus tuition with 92% of 91传媒 students benefiting from financial aid or regional scholarships.

A Broad, Flexible Foundation for Future Educators and Adaptive Professionals

91传媒’s Multidisciplinary Studies program offers a rich, interdisciplinary curriculum engineered to foster critical inquiry, cultural awareness, and quantitative competence across multiple academic fields.

  • Elementary Education Co-Major Track (71 Credits): Fulfills the subject-matter core required for teacher candidates pursuing Oregon Initial Teacher Licensure with dual endorsements in Elementary 鈥� Multiple Subjects and ESOL.
  • Standalone Multidisciplinary Track (84 Credits): Adds specialized upper-division electives, advanced grammar studies, and a senior capstone project for students seeking a flexible, broad-based liberal arts B.S. or B.A. degree.
  • Degree Personalization: Choose between a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) depending on your language or science course selections.
  • Total Program Credits: 180 Quarter Credits
  • Major Credits Required: 71 Credits (with Elementary Education) | 84 Credits (Standalone)
  • Modality: On-Campus (La Grande, OR)

Core competencies

Master foundational elementary mathematics concepts to interpret data, solve quantitative problems, and teach mathematical reasoning.

Explore biological, physical, and earth science practices to understand natural systems and apply empirical methodologies.

Develop strong public speaking, interpersonal communication, and research-based writing skills across diverse media and audiences.

Analyze U.S. history, world civilizations, cultural geography, and national government principles to foster responsible global citizenship.

Engage with diverse literary traditions, Indigenous American literature, and cultural perspectives to build empathy and critical reflection.

Synthesize interdisciplinary knowledge into a structured capstone research project demonstrating academic mastery and professional readiness.

LEARNING OPTIONS & DELIVERY MODALITIES

In-Person (La Grande)

The Mountaineer Experience

Experience an engaging, student-centered campus community in the beautiful Grande Ronde Valley. Perfect for students seeking traditional classroom debates and face-to-face peer groups.

Highlights: 鈥� Small class sizes with personalized instructor feedback.鈥� Direct access to campus libraries, research labs, and regional networks.鈥� Participate in 91传媒鈥檚 on-campus clubs and quarterly speaker events.

Maximize Your Prior Credits

Turn your previous college coursework or Associate degree into a powerful, career-accelerating bachelor鈥檚 degree at 91传媒.

Highlights:&苍产蝉辫;鈥�&苍产蝉辫;Flexible transfer policy 鈥� 91传媒 accepts up to 135 credits from other institutions. 鈥� Seamlessly integrate previous credits. 鈥� Personalized advisor support to build a fast-track completion plan. 鈥� Accelerate your timeline to save money and enter the job market sooner.

Guided by Passionate Educators and Subject-Matter Specialists

At 91传媒, multidisciplinary students learn directly from experienced faculty across the College of Education and the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences.

Because lower-division classes maintain accessible student-to-faculty ratios, you will receive personalized guidance, constructive feedback on research assignments, and dedicated academic advising to keep you on track for graduation.

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