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Multidisciplinary StudiesMajor

Our MDS program gives you the flexibility of selecting three minors to create an individualized educational plan. At least two of the minors must be selected from programs offered by the College of Creative Arts.

Overview

What is Multidisciplinary Studies at WVU like?

Description

Through the College of Creative Arts, students have the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies (BMdS) degree by following an individualized course of study that they create based on their own career goals and artistic interests. Students can combine different fields of study into one degree program that fosters individual creativity while providing opportunities in performance, exhibition and scholarship.

Our Multidisciplinary Studies major requires you to select at least two minors within the College of Creative Arts, along with a third minor which can be selected from anywhere in the University, including the College of Creative Arts. If three minors are chosen from the College of Creative Arts, minors must be selected from at least two different schools within the College.

Minors within the School of Theatre and Dance and School of Art and Design do not require an audition or portfolio review. Some minors in the School of Music require an audition.

Multidisciplinary Studies program highlights:

Living-Learning Communities
Research/Academic Opportunities

At a Glance

Admission Requirements
Cost and Aid
Fast Facts

College/School:
College of Creative Arts
Division:
Department:
Degree Designation:
BMDS
Degree Program:
Multidisciplinary Studies
Program:
Multidisciplinary Studies

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Fast Facts

What makes Multidisciplinary Studies at WVU unique?

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Accreditation
Outcomes
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Annual series of visiting artist lectures and gallery exhibitions features nationally recognized artists and scholars.
Forge your own experience through broad options in our curriculum.
Personalize your course of study by combining different artistic fields of study.
Art and Design programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
The WVU School of Music is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Theatre programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST).
The Creative Consultants program pairs students with successful alums for mentorship.
One of the only programs of this type among regional arts institutions.
Fosters creativity and allows you to pursue your own interests and career goals.
Many opportunities for community engagement and outreach presentations.
Partnerships with regional arts organizations.
Student exchange agreements with several international universities.

Research and Academic Opportunities

Grants are available for educational travel and research opportunities.
Program-specific internships are available.
The Creative Arts Center (CAC) includes nine conventional classrooms, five computer labs, eight visual art studios, ceramics shops, sculpture shops, theatre wood and paint shops, theatre costume shop, dark rooms, dressing rooms, ensemble lab, movement lab, rehearsal spaces, practice rooms and private offices and studios.
The Evansdale Library is just a short walk from the CAC and houses industry specific journals, magazines and printed and sound music resources to stay current on what is happening and what is about to happen in the world of the arts.

Living-Learning Communities (LLCs)

Live, study and pursue outside-the-classroom learning in a residence hall community that shares your interests:

Transfer Articulation Agreements

To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to WVU. Review the full list of transfer articulation agreements to see if your institution is listed.

Cost and Aid

How much does Multidisciplinary Studies at WVU cost? And how can you save?

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Transfer Articulation Agreements

To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to WVU.

Review the full list of transfer articulation agreements to see if your institution is listed.

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Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for Multidisciplinary Studies at WVU?

To be admitted to WVU's Multidisciplinary Studies major, you must meet WVU's first-time freshman admission requirements for the 2024-25 academic year. Interested in transferring? Review the transfer admission requirements.

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