About the course

The interdisciplinary doctorate degree offers flexibility to students with interests outside existing academic boundaries and established programs. The degree is housed in the Graduate College and combines coursework and research in two or more disciplines/programs and may involve more than one college. Each of the disciplines/programs must offer graduate coursework, and at least one of the programs must offer a doctorate. The proposed program of study cannot be available in an existing program. Transcript and diploma will indicate Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies. Additional information may be obtained from the Graduate Dean. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 7 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Kalamazoo
Spring (January), 2024	Kalamazoo
Summer (May), 2024	Kalamazoo
Summer (May), 2024	Kalamazoo
Summer (June), 2024	Kalamazoo
Fall (August), 2024	Kalamazoo
Spring (January), 2025	Kalamazoo
Summer (May), 2025	Kalamazoo
Summer (June), 2025	Kalamazoo
Fall (August), 2025	Kalamazoo
Spring (January), 2026	Kalamazoo
Summer (May), 2026	Kalamazoo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Western Michigan University

Bachelor’s or master’s degree with a minimum grade point average of 3.25 out of 4.00.

　　Completion of the general Graduate Record Examination.

　　Current curriculum vita.

　　Statement of purpose outlining the proposed study plan reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of the degree. The student must consult faculty members in the disciplines involved for guidance. The program of study must justify the need for an interdisciplinary studies program and should address potential career placement after degree completion.

　　Names of at least 2 faculty members in the areas of proposed study who have agreed to participate must be listed in the statement of purpose, at least one of these faculty members must consent to serve as dissertation chair. Student must get consent from these faculty members before listing them and these faculty members must obtain the consent of their department chair before agreeing to participate in the supervision of an interdisciplinary studies doctoral student. All faculty must have or obtain graduate faculty status.

　　Three letters of recommendation that address the academic qualifications of the applicant for the degree program.

　　Copies of all transcripts as required by Western Michigan University.

　　TOEFL Score: 80 iBT, 550 PBT and above

　　IELTS Score: 6.5 and above

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Western Michigan University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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