Overview

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from California Institute of Integral Studies allows adult and nontraditional students to transfer and complete their bachelor’s degree in three semesters.With the support of an advisor, students have the freedom to choose their electives to align with their career goals.

Throughout the program, students remain with the same small cohort, building relationships and collaborating on co-creating knowledge. The curriculum centers issues that matter most to each cohort order to provide a sense of self and community.

Career Paths

Our graduates go on to make a difference in their communities. Many continue their education by advancing to a master’s program, while others step directly into careers in a wide variety of fields. The flexibility and critical thinking skills mastered in a B.A. in Interdisciplinary studies prepares students for jobs in:

Social justice advocacy and organizing

Journalism and marketing

City government and policy work

Early childhood and secondary education

Entrepreneurship and consulting

Social work and mental health support professions

Technology development

Farming and environmental stewardship

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Self & society

Integral learning

Modern perspectives

Culture & community, knowledge & inquiry

Liberatory Education

Theories of Justice

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00

More details

International students are encouraged to meet priority deadlines due to additional time required for obtaining the student visa.

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

36-60

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

General Studies View 150 other Bachelors in General Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Admissions Application

Minimum GPA: A GPA of 2.0 or higher in previous coursework is required. If you do not meet the 2.0 GPA minimum, a Letter of Recommendation will be required.

Transfer Credit Requirements: To be eligible for admissions, applicants must have completed a minimum of 54 transferable semester units.

Transcripts: Applicants must submit official transcripts from all accredited academic institutions attended. If you have earned more than 54 units, but less than 60 units, we will also require a copy of your high school diploma, transcript, or GED certificate.

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

23376 USD / year

≈ 23376 USD / year
Out-of-State

23376 USD / year

≈ 23376 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

23376 USD / year

≈ 23376 USD / year

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career Paths

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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