An Academic and Career Journey Like No Other

There are no limits on your journey to thrive. CatholicU Tucson’s BA in Interdisciplinary Studies will empower you to transform yourself into an ethical leader and fearless problem solver.

You can transfer 84 of your previously earned credits into the CatholicU Tucson BA program.

A Customizable Curriculum Based on Your Interests

Design your own concentration and explore a wide range of electives for a personalized, interdisciplinary degree that aligns with your unique goals.

Personalized Guidance from Engaged Faculty Mentors

You will be individually guided by experienced and engaged faculty mentors who will help you customize your program of study and achieve your ambitions.

Hands-On Learning for Developing In-Demand Skills

You will be individually guided by experienced and engaged faculty mentors who will help you customize your program of study and achieve your ambitions.

Earn Your BA on Your Terms Through a Flexible Online Model

The entire BA program can be completed online and you can also take classes in person if you wish, providing you with a flexible experience to complete your course work on your terms.

Stand Out in a Crowded Job Market

The BA in Interdisciplinary Studies will distinguish you in the eyes of employers, whether you’re pursuing a career in business, education, or any other field.

Major in Interdisciplinary Studies

General Degree Requirements

We accept up to 84 of your previously earned college credits. Schedule an admissions consultation by emailing: cua-tucson@cua.edu to have your transcripts evaluated. Below is an outline of core requirements for BA-IS. Courses are offered in a variety of modalities: fully online, in-person in Tucson, or with Pima Community College (PCC).

Core Requirements (57 credits)

Credits

English Composition
Includes MHU151 Rhetoric and Composition (online) or PCC WRT 101 English Composition I (in-person) and MHU152 Composition and Research (online) or PCC WRT 102 English Composition II (in-person)

6

Humanities

Includes CatholicU Humanities (online) or PCC Gen. Ed.: AGEC Fine Arts (in-person) or PCC Gen. Ed.: AGEC Humanities (in-person)

6

Language and Literature
Includes MHU131 Presiding, Presenting, and Speaking (online) or MMGT 250 Business Communication (in-person) and CatholicU Literature (online) or PCC AGEC Humanities (in-person)

6

Mathematics and Natural Science
Includes MID150 College Mathematics (online) or PCC Gen. Ed.: AGEC Mathematics (in-person) and CatholicU Natural Science (online) or PCC Gen. Ed.: AGEC Biological & Physical Science (in-person)

6

Philosophy
Includes MID100 Critical Thinking (online) or MMGT 301 Ethics in Business and Economics (in-person), PHIL 201 The Classical Mind (in-person), PHIL 202 The Modern Mind (in-person)) or CatholicU Philosophy (online)

9

Religious Studies

Includes TRS 201 Foundations of Theology I: Scripture and Jesus Christ (in-person) and TRS 202 The Church and the Human Person (in-person) or CatholicU Theology (online) 

6

Social and Behavioral Sciences
Includes MSO200 Human Cultural Diversity (online), MMGT 118 The Vocation of Business (in-person), MMGT 171 The Human Advantage and the Future of Work (in-person), and CatholicU International Studies (online) or CatholicU Social and Behavioral Science (on-line) 

12

Technology
Includes MIS105 Microcomputer Applications I (online) or PCC Gen. Ed. AGEC Technology (in-person)

3

Capstone/Synthesis
MID499 Senior Seminar

3

Major/Elective Courses

*Must include at least 6 credits from each of four different disciplines (e.g., MBU, MHU, MID, MRE, MPH, MSO, etc.)

63

TOTAL CREDITS

120