Why Pursue a Master's Degree in Multidisciplinary Studies?
This stackable program is open to students from all academic backgrounds and allows you to design a degree plan that builds on personal interests, academic strengths, and career opportunities. Through this program, you’ll earn three separate credentials: two graduate certificates and either a Master of Science or a Master of Arts, depending on your certificate selections.
All graduate certificates are 100% online, so you’ll have the flexibility you need to complete your work while maintaining your other responsibilities. To get started, apply to the Online Master’s in Multidisciplinary Studies degree and select your two certificates through that application.
Customize Your Multidisciplinary Studies Degree
This program allows students to combine two graduate certificates across disciplines to create a custom degree plan. Project managers, for example, might combine Facilities Management and Data Science so they are able to make informed, data-driven decisions about facility operations. This can lead to optimized resource allocation, predictive maintenance, and improved operational efficiency. Explore graduate certificate options available for an MA or MS in Multidisciplinary Studies.
MS Path (Master of Science)
Pair two graduate certificates from the list below to earn a MS degree in Multidisciplinary Studies.
If you would like to pursue this route, please apply for the “Online MS in Multidisciplinary Studies” degree on the graduate admissions application. You do not need to apply to the certificates separately.
Application type: Master of Science
Graduate Certificate in:
MA Path (Master of Arts)
Pair two graduate certificates from the list below, or one from the MS Path and MA Path to earn a MA degree in Multidisciplinary Studies.
If you would like to pursue this route, please apply for the “Online MA in Multidisciplinary Studies” degree on the graduate admissions application. You do not need to apply to the certificates separately.
Application type: Master of Arts
Graduate Certificate in:
If you’re interested in the MA in Multidisciplinary Studies degree, please note certificate hours do not need to be evenly split. You’ll need 30 total graduate hours plus the specific requirements of each certificate. For example, if you combine the National Security Studies certificate (9 required hours), with the Data Science program (15 required hours), you would need to take an additional 6 credit hours at the master’s level.
Explore the full course catalog for the Master of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies.
Explore the full course catalog for the Master of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies.
Note: Students who have already earned one graduate certificate from UT San Antonio may be able to apply that credential to the master’s program. Please contact the Enrollment Team for more information.
Admission & Application Requirements
Applications are submitted through the UTSA Graduate Application. Please upload all required documents (listed below) on your UTSA Graduate Application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure completion and submission of the application, a nonrefundable application fee, and all required supporting documents are on file with UTSA by the appropriate application deadline.
| Multidisciplinary Studies (MA/MS) | ||
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| Required Degree | Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or have proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution. | |
| Minimum GPA | 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) Departments may consider GPA of last 60 semester credit hours. Otherwise qualified individuals with a GPA below 3.0 may still be eligible for admission consideration. For further information, please contact [email protected]. | |
| Coursework | Completed adequate credit hours or foreign institution equivalent coursework as preparation for the program. Students interested in this program who have previous education in non-business fields are encouraged to apply. | |
| Transcripts* | Required from all institutions attended; international transcripts must be recorded/translated to English | |
| Credential Evaluation | Required if you have earned university-level credit from foreign institutions. Submit an evaluation of your transcripts from Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) directly from the graduate admission application platform | |
| English Language Proficiency | 550 TOEFL Paper / 79 TOEFL Internet / 6.5 IELTS / Duolingo 100 | |
| Purpose Statement | Optional | |
| Resume | Required | |
| Letters of Recommendation | Optional | |
| *Unofficial transcripts will be taken into consideration for admissions; however, if admitted into the program, you must submit official transcripts to the University. | ||
Career Options
Earning certifications in two distinct fields showcases a broad and versatile skill set that sets you apart in the job market. This can lead to more job opportunities, career advancement, and higher earning potential.
Multidisciplinary Studies Master’s Prerequisites
You must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university in the United States or have proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution. Your degree should be in the fields related to the certificate programs of interest.
To maintain enrollment in the Multidisciplinary Studies graduate program, you must maintain a 3.0 grade point average throughout your tenure in the program.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tuition for the Multidisciplinary Studies master’s program is $550 per credit hour.
To be eligible for Financial Aid, you must be enrolled in a minimum of 4 credit hours per semester.
If you’re taking less than 4 credit hours per semester, you can benefit from other payment options available.
Applicants for admission to the Multidisciplinary Studies master’s program must satisfy all University-wide graduate admission requirements. Additional requirements may be required for the specific certificates you choose.
If you choose the online Bilingual Education certificate, you must be able to read, write, and speak in both English and Spanish.
If you choose the Facility Management certificate, you must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, architecture, sciences, business, or other facility management-related fields and disciplines. Practicing facility managers with at least two years’ experience in facility management and a bachelor’s degree in other fields may also be admitted.
Applicants choosing the Data Science certificate may be asked to complete preliminary online coursework on pre-calculus and/or computer science to prepare for some content of that certificate program.
No testing is required. Submission of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is optional.
It typically takes approximately two years to complete the 30 credit hours required for UT San Antonio’s 100% online Multidisciplinary Studies master’s program. You may finish faster by taking a heavier course load, if your personal and professional circumstances permit.
If you have previously completed one of UT San Antonio’s 100% online graduate certificates, you may apply that certificate towards the Multidisciplinary Studies master’s program.
To satisfy the comprehensive examination requirement, candidates for the Multidisciplinary Studies master’s program will be required to complete a course designated from one of the certificate areas selected.
No. This is a 100% online program. You’ll have due dates each week, but you complete your coursework around your schedule.
