Earn Your Degree in Multidisciplinary Studies on-campus in La Grande, Oregon or Online at Eastern Oregon University.
Gain broad-based expertise and cross-disciplinary problem-solving skills tailored for modern careers and elementary teacher preparation. Whether paired with EOU’s Elementary Education major for Oregon TSPC teacher licensure or completed as a standalone multidisciplinary degree, you will graduate equipped with the analytical rigor, scientific literacy, and communication strength required to lead in diverse professional environments.
- Dual-Major Synergy: Designed to pair seamlessly with EOU’s Elementary Education major (requiring 71 credits) for a streamlined path to Oregon Elementary & ESOL teaching endorsements.
- Comprehensive Academic Core: Integrates key coursework across mathematics, life/earth/physical sciences, literature, history, government, communication, and the fine arts.
- Exceptional Value: Competitive on-campus tuition with 92% of EOU students benefiting from financial aid or regional scholarships.
A Broad, Flexible Foundation for Future Educators and Adaptive Professionals
Eastern Oregon University’s Multidisciplinary Studies program offers a rich, interdisciplinary curriculum engineered to foster critical inquiry, cultural awareness, and quantitative competence across multiple academic fields.
- Elementary Education Co-Major Track (71 Credits): Fulfills the subject-matter core required for teacher candidates pursuing Oregon Initial Teacher Licensure with dual endorsements in Elementary – Multiple Subjects and ESOL.
- Standalone Multidisciplinary Track (84 Credits): Adds specialized upper-division electives, advanced grammar studies, and a senior capstone project for students seeking a flexible, broad-based liberal arts B.S. or B.A. degree.
- Degree Personalization: Choose between a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) depending on your language or science course selections.
- Total Program Credits: 180 Quarter Credits
- Major Credits Required: 71 Credits (with Elementary Education) | 84 Credits (Standalone)
- Modality: On-Campus (La Grande, OR)
Core competencies
Master foundational elementary mathematics concepts to interpret data, solve quantitative problems, and teach mathematical reasoning.
Explore biological, physical, and earth science practices to understand natural systems and apply empirical methodologies.
Develop strong public speaking, interpersonal communication, and research-based writing skills across diverse media and audiences.
Analyze U.S. history, world civilizations, cultural geography, and national government principles to foster responsible global citizenship.
Engage with diverse literary traditions, Indigenous American literature, and cultural perspectives to build empathy and critical reflection.
Synthesize interdisciplinary knowledge into a structured capstone research project demonstrating academic mastery and professional readiness.
LEARNING OPTIONS & DELIVERY MODALITIES
In-Person (La Grande)
The Mountaineer Experience
Experience an engaging, student-centered campus community in the beautiful Grande Ronde Valley. Perfect for students seeking traditional classroom debates and face-to-face peer groups.
Highlights: • Small class sizes with personalized instructor feedback.• Direct access to campus libraries, research labs, and regional networks.• Participate in EOU’s on-campus clubs and quarterly speaker events.
Maximize Your Prior Credits
Turn your previous college coursework or Associate degree into a powerful, career-accelerating bachelor’s degree at EOU.
Highlights: • Flexible transfer policy — EOU accepts up to 135 credits from other institutions. • Seamlessly integrate previous credits. • Personalized advisor support to build a fast-track completion plan. • Accelerate your timeline to save money and enter the job market sooner.
Guided by Passionate Educators and Subject-Matter Specialists
At Eastern Oregon University, multidisciplinary students learn directly from experienced faculty across the College of Education and the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences.
Because lower-division classes maintain accessible student-to-faculty ratios, you will receive personalized guidance, constructive feedback on research assignments, and dedicated academic advising to keep you on track for graduation.
With this degree you may be interested in…
Master of Arts in Teaching
The MAT program is ten months (4 terms), beginning in the Summer term and extending through the following Spring term.
Ready to Start Your Journey in Multidisciplinary Studies?
Become a Mountaineer and build a secure, high-impact future in education or public service.
