Overview

Self-Designed Studies majors from Heidelberg University will also complete either the General Education Requirements or the Honors Curriculum.

Self-Designed Coursework is to be determined by the student and two mentors, with approval of the Self-Designed Studies Committee. Plan should demonstrate a vertical progression to higher level courses. Self-Designed Studies majors will complete one Undergraduate Academic Foundation Requirement.

Can I double major?

The Self-Designed Studies major is an ideal companion for any other major and/or minor(s), and second majors will be recommended. Past students have designed majors such as World Health, Political Journalism, and Visual Art and Design.

Programme Structure

Required:

Internship

Independent Research Project

Study Abroad or Study Away

Senior Capstone Experience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Heights, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application includes an essay explaining the student’s goals and how her/his self-designed major will help achieve them.

Also included should be a letter of reference from both faculty mentors.

A student must maintain a 3.0 to remain in the Self-Designed Studies major.
Online application online or through the Heidelberg website
Proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

34183 USD / year

≈ 34183 USD / year
Out-of-State

34183 USD / year

≈ 34183 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

34183 USD / year

≈ 34183 USD / year

Living costs

University Heights

United States

1099 - 1813 USD / month

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

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Can I double major?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

University Heights

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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