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Multidisciplinary StudiesMajor

Choose three minors and a program of elective courses that fit your career objectives. This program is for students who want to focus on academic programs in the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design.

Overview

What is Multidisciplinary Studies at WVU like?

Description

The Multidisciplinary Studies (MDS) major in Agricultural, Natural Resources and Design is a flexible degree program that allows students and their advisers to tailor a set of courses that meet students’ interests and career plans.

The major was developed in response to increasing demands from employers and students for broad based educational programs that prepare students for our rapidly changing society and economies. There are an increasing number of students who wish to tailor their education to their career interests without being constrained by traditional academic majors.

The program is distinct from other WVU colleges and is oriented toward students who want to focus their studies on the academic areas of the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design.

At a Glance

Admission Requirements
Cost and Aid
Fast Facts

College/School:
Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design
Division:
Department:
Degree Designation:
BMDS
Degree Program:
Multidisciplinary Studies

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Fast Facts

What makes Multidisciplinary Studies at WVU unique?

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Small-school environment with the resources of a large university. You’ll benefit from one-on-one faculty interactions and develop a close relationship with your faculty adviser.
$600,000+ in scholarships awarded annually by the Davis College in partnership with WVU Student Financial Support and Services.
Connect with professionals in your field of study and enhance your professional communication skills through the Davis College Mentor Program.

Living-Learning Communities (LLCs)

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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.

Cost and Aid

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

Tuition and Fees

Estimated rates are available on our tuition website. Anyone who is not a current West Virginia resident, including international students, will be charged non-resident rates.

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Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending WVU in addition to university scholarships.

Extra Merit-based Scholarships

Incoming freshmen to the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design may qualify for Innovators scholarships based on GPA. No additional application is necessary. These scholarships are in addition to University scholarships.

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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.

Next Steps

I like this major. What are the next steps?

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