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Design Your College Degree with a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies Online Degree

Create more career possibilities with an online Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Cornerstone University. Our general studies bachelor’s program lets you personalize your degree by choosing from a variety of subjects that fit your goals while building the core skills in communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving that every industry employer needs. Bring your transfer credits and complete one of the most affordable bachelor’s degrees in the nation. With Christian values as a foundation, Cornerstone prepares you for a career of rewarding possibilities.

Develop Market-Ready Skills for General Studies Degree Professionals

Our career-focused 120-credit-hour interdisciplinary studies bachelor’s degree is ideal for transfer students who have a wide variety of credits or individuals not ready to commit to one specific major. Students will choose at least two (2) disciplines that may include: business, communications, English, management, psychology, biblical studies or ministry leadership.

Build a strong resume with these highly sought-after skills.

Critical Thinking – Analyze complex issues using broad knowledge and logical reasoning to evaluate solutions thoughtfully.

Effective Communication – Express ideas clearly and persuasively across written, oral, and digital platforms.

Problem-Solving – Develop innovative solutions by combining insights from multiple fields.

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Research Proficiency – Gather, assess, and synthesize information across a variety of academic and professional sources.

Adaptability – Thrive in changing environments by applying a versatile knowledge base to new challenges.

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Collaboration – Work effectively with teams, building trust and contributing to shared goals.

Project Management – Organize, plan, and lead projects with efficiency and attention to detail.

Leadership – Demonstrate initiative, guide teams, and influence positive results with character and vision.

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Christian Worldview – Apply Biblical moral standards and Christ-centered values to guide learning, leadership, and service across all areas of life.

Courses

Cornerstone is ready to help you excel in your field of choice. The information below reflects just a few of the general education and industry-focused courses you will experience to achieve your degree. Courses listed are examples and could vary based on transfer credits that may be applied to this program.

Featured Courses

FAR-211: Introduction to Fine Arts

Explore music, painting, sculpture, and architecture while developing an appreciation for the arts, value judgment skills, and an understanding of aesthetics through a Christ-centered worldview.

PHI-211: Philosophy in Culture

Explore how worldviews are formed from a Christian philosophical perspective, examining how different ways of thinking shape culture, truth, and the understanding of reality in Western history.

COM-212: Interpersonal Communication

Develop practical skills in interpersonal communication by exploring the cultural, social, psychological, and relational factors that shape meaningful interactions.

PSY-221: Interviewing & Counseling

Build foundational skills in interviewing and counseling by learning key theories, principles, and techniques used in human services with individuals and families.

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General Education

The Cornerstone Core™ Statement

The Cornerstone Core offers a groundbreaking general education unlike any other college or university in America. Faith, civic understanding and career preparation are fully integrated into one coherent formation. Developed by our renowned Christian worldview scholars, this focused 33-credit-hour curriculum develops both depth of character and clarity of thinking. The Cornerstone Core new general education curriculum is an antidote to the rising popularity of relativism, skepticism, doubt and moral ambiguity. Graduates are prepared to succeed in their professions and strengthen the institutions and communities they serve as Biblically grounded moral leaders to influence the world for Jesus Christ.

Students in every major study three areas:

The Beauty of Christianity

Examine the beauty of God, the Gospel, and the core doctrines of the Christian faith. Discover the coherence of a worldview rooted in God’s truth through Scripture applied today —- shaping character, conviction, and spiritual depth. We believe that beauty is more important than arguments and these courses will introduce students to the grandeur and beauty of Jesus and His creation and our place in the redemptive work of Jesus.

The Wisdom of the American Experience

Engage with Cornerstone’s Great Works Canon of the American Experience, by exploring the original speeches, sermons and foundational texts that shaped the American Republic, wrestling with enduring questions of liberty, order, duty and self-government. Graduates will learn what it means to be Christian citizens who are dutiful, wise, and formed with character to influence themselves, their families, and our nation.

Marketplace Intelligence

Develop analytical reasoning, scientific thinking, ethical utilization of artificial intelligence, commitment to free market economics, ethical clarity, and truthful and effective communication strategies to create solutions to complex challenges and serve society and humanity with excellence. Graduates will be able to consider and discern what is true, beautiful and good.

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Interdisciplinary Studies Disciplines

Expand your career opportunities and gain specialized skills with a variety of disciplines. Read below to learn more about these disciplines. Students must choose two.

Business Administration

Business Administration Discipline

Develop foundational business skills by exploring foundations that may include Data Analytics, Management, Economics and Marketing.

Organizational Management

Organizational Management Discipline

Lead people and processes effectively in organizations by examining Management, Human Resources, Leadership and Conflict Resolution principles.

Communications

Communications Discipline

Excel in communications and digital media with a focus on Communication Theory, Social Media, Interpersonal and Group Communication.

English

English Discipline

Enhance your written and critical thinking communication effectiveness through Creative Writing, Writing & Culture, Contemporary Literature and Grammar principles.

General Psychology

General Psychology Discipline

Improve your understanding of human behavior applied to various industries, focused on General Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Cross Cultural Relationships.

Biblical Studies

Biblical Studies Discipline

Gain skills to teach the Bible in any setting by exploring Old Testament Literature, New Testament Literature, Theology and Biblical Hermeneutics.

Ministry Leadership

Ministry Leadership Discipline

Develop leadership tools to disciple others effectively by reviewing Biblical Studies, Nonprofit Ministry Management, Theology, and Self-Management.

Influential Careers with a Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Studies Degree

  • Sales Representative
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Administrative Manager
  • Project Coordinator
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Operations Manager
  • Communications Specialist
  • Customer Service Manager
  • Nonprofit Program Coordinator

Tuition

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$4,740 per semester for full-time students

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Not only did Cornerstone give me an education, but it gave me a spiritual point of view that I can hold on to forever.

—Nicholas S.

Cornerstone has geared and prepared me for career success. I am so eager to get onto the world and use my degree to make a change in our society. One of the highlights of my time at Cornerstone University is the committed professors making sure we understand the material, and answering all of our questions.

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I enjoyed Cornerstone’s well-rounded approach to education and seeing how the various courses blend and complement each other.

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