At Cornerstone University, we offer an innovative approach to learning with interdisciplinary studies. This program is by nature broad and flexible, allowing you to decide how you’d like to map out your academic career. Shaped to reflect your passion and drive, you can curate a program designed to answer your calling and navigate unpredictable developments in your career path.
As an interdisciplinary studies major, you’ll have the opportunity to intern at a wide range of organizations in West Michigan. Take a look at where some of our students gain valuable experience.
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Careers
Just like the program, career opportunities for interdisciplinary studies majors are vast. Explore where you could take your career.
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100%
Of interdisciplinary graduates from the class of 2018 were employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.
15:1
Student-to-faculty ratio with an average class size of 22.
100%
Of students participate in internship or practicum experiences.
Program Features and Learning Outcomes
The interdisciplinary studies program at Cornerstone is designed to inspire your intellect, deepen your character and prepare you to lead in your career with influence and wisdom.
Program Learning Outcomes
The interdisciplinary studies program reflects our commitment to developing students’ knowledge, skills and attitudes in five distinct yet interconnected areas.
Specialized Knowledge
Applied Knowledge and Collaborative Learning
Intellectual Skills
Students will demonstrate your ability to integrate both traditional and non-traditional cognitive skills, including analytical inquiry, information literacy, quantitative fluency and communicative fluency.
Civic and Global Learning
Students will demonstrate intercultural competence in addressing civic, social, environmental and economic issues.
Biblical Worldview Integration
Students will articulate a Christ-centered worldview and its personal, professional and communal embodiment through Christian virtues.
There are many ways to tell stories, and I found that out when I was at Cornerstone. I didn’t want to settle for learning just one way. In the interdisciplinary studies program, I was able to grow in and study all the ways that I wanted to tell stories.
Gia White (’22)
Faculty
CU professors are devoted to the success of our students. Select a faculty member to learn more about their campus involvement, research interests and teaching responsibilities.
The Interdisciplinary Studies Division offers programs that can be tailored to your interests. Check out other programs related to interdisciplinary studies.
