Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Ranked 8th of 13 certificate (under 1 year) programs in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies (certificate (under 1 year)) graduates.
Graduates of Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis's certificate (under 1 year) program in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies earn a median $39,556 one year after graduating, rising to $43,588 by year five. Five years out, earnings run 26% below the national median of $59,088 for this field, ranking 8th of 13 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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