Western New Mexico University

What you'll study

Students assemble the BIS by selecting 24 disciplines (called concentrations). For each concentration you choose a minimum of 69 credit hours of upper-division (300400 level) courses. Overall, at least 24 upper-division credit hours must be organized across two or three guided concentrations to form the core of the individualized plan.

Entry requirements

Admission to WNMU and completion of all required admission processes are necessary for full entrance into the BIS. To apply you must:

• Fill out the online application.
• Pay the application fee.
• Send transcripts and test scores to WNMU.
• Declare your major as Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies by following the universitys declaration instructions.

Advising support is available; students are advised to book an appointment with the Interdisciplinary Studies advisor, Shelbey Benfield, to select concentrations and build a degree plan. Contact information: Shelbey Benfield, Advising Center, Shelbey.Benfield@wnmu.edu, (575) 538-6357. General program email: interdisciplinary@wnmu.edu, (575) 538-6658.

Career prospects

The BIS does not prescribe a single career pathway; outcomes depend on the concentrations chosen and the skills developed. The program is appropriate for students seeking flexible preparation for varied roles in sectors where cross-disciplinary knowledge is valued.

Scholarships & funding angle

Students should explore WNMUs general scholarships, financial aid and departmental awards and discuss funding options with the universitys financial aid office and the Interdisciplinary Studies advisor. Because the BIS is customised, advisors can help identify scholarship opportunities that align with a students chosen concentrations and goals.