Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies Degree

The MAIS degree allows you to focus on the content area of your choice and explore how it intersects with other disciplines.

Founded in 2004, Hiram College’s Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (MAIS) program has long provided students from a variety of academic backgrounds with a graduate education grounded in interdisciplinary studies and the liberal arts.

The Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies program at Hiram College has a long tradition of fostering imaginative and critically reflective approaches to complex, expansive problems within an interdisciplinary learning and research community.

Located in Hiram, Ohio, and conveniently nearby Akron, Youngstown, and Cleveland, our master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies helps prepare students for a thriving career. Plus, our MAIS degree program gives students the ability to select topics that align with their specific academic and professional goals, putting them on a path to success.

Graduate Degree

About Our Master’s in Interdisciplinary Studies

The MAIS degree program’s primary goal is to equip students with knowledge, critical skills, and sensibilities crucial for addressing complex and multifaceted questions in life and work. At the curricular center of this program is Leadership in the Liberal Arts, coursework that builds on the strengths of the master’s in interdisciplinary studies’ structure and the flexibility of the program, while giving a clear focus and direction to students. Advanced coursework in other disciplines is also offered.

Requirements for Our Interdisciplinary Master’s Degree


In order to fulfill your master’s in interdisciplinary studies, graduate students must complete the following degree requirements:

  • 30 graduate credit hours
  • Introductory sequence of two 3-credit courses
  • No fewer that 15 credits in graduate elective coursework
  • Three courses of the capstone sequence

Some courses that you can expect to take in our master’s in interdisciplinary studies program include:

  • Social History and Social Reform
  • Positive Leadership
  • Leadership and Motivation
  • Methods and Approaches of Disciplines
  • Leadership Studies
  • Interdisciplinary Research
  • And more!

FAQs About Our MAIS Degree

By pursuing an interdisciplinary master’s degree, you will be able to essentially create your own custom major, mixing multiple disciplines and fields of studies. In addition to being able to design your degree pathway, other benefits include:

  • Crafting a custom curriculum specific to you
  • The ability to adapt to various careers and industries
  • Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Career versatility

By pursuing a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, you’ll gain many fundamental skills, including those in:

  • Writing
  • Communication
  • Career planning
  • Professional development
  • Public speaking
  • And more!

We make sure we set our students up for success, giving them the tools they need to be successful. To this end, we offer a career center that supports you in determining your career path and planning your coursework. You can also get assistance with resumes and cover letters, receive interview tips, and more to ensure you’re set up for success in your future endeavors.

We additionally offer the Hiram Connect program that will take your traditional classroom experience and connect it to an experiential learning environment out of the classroom. Plus, with opportunities to get involved on campus, you will be able to broaden your horizons and enhance your degree.

Pursue Your Master’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies Near Cleveland Today

Our mission at Hiram College is to fully assist you as you gain your interdisciplinary master’s degree. To achieve this, Hiram College offers students access to numerous career development resources, during and following completion of their MAIS degree.

Ready to take the next step in your education? Request information on how Hiram College will support you during work on your master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies. And you can also visit our application page if you’re ready to get started.

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