Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (MAIS)
Forge your own path to the future
The MAIS gives you the opportunity to take graduate-level classes in the disciplines of your interest and to expand your professional competencies at a community-focused university with outstanding faculty. In this innovative program, you can create a masters’ degree that meets your personal and professional aspirations. You will benefit from close academic mentorship and support, from the moment you arrive on campus through the completion of your final project.
Now accepting Fall 2023 applications.
coursework and mentorship according to your needs.
Uniquely designed to fit your unique goals.
yourself to find solutions for complex problems.
Gather knowledge and expertise from multiple fields by developing a portfolio of hands-on experiences.
professional-grade research methods.
Our community-focused university is here to help you with the assistance and guidance of distinguished faculty.
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If you're not quite convinced yet, here are some facts:
- UNI is ranked a top regional public university by U.S. News & World Report.
- UNI will propel your journey through personalized assistance by graduate faculty, impactful courses and hands-on experiences.
- 91% of our alumni found employment after graduation, an additional 8% are seeking further education.
- Financial support for the on-campus program might be available to qualified candidates to ease the cost of getting the degree.
- You can apply now and pay your fee later or even get it waived, if you qualify. Current or former UNI students will also have their app fee waived.
By completing the MAIS, you'll be able to:
Integrate two or more disciplines into scholarship and practice
Choose between 2 or 3 areas of concentration, meeting your professional and academic goals to create a unique, individualized plan of study suited to your needs. Whether you want to develop skills for a specific professional opportunity or further your graduate studies, this degree will propel you towards your future.
Analyze and interpret data from scientific literature
Develop the skills you need in your field through applied courses and final projects from your chosen areas of focus. By thesis, non-thesis, capstone, internship or portfolio projects, you'll diversify your skill set for a diverse world.
Make evidence-based arguments through multiple disciplines
Be job ready and master tomorrow with personalized instruction and learning paths to help you go beyond with your argumentation and research skills, gathering top-notch knowledge from outstanding faculty.
Integrate two or more disciplines into scholarship and practice
Choose between 2 or 3 areas of concentration, meeting your professional and academic goals to create a unique, individualized plan of study suited to your needs. Whether you want to develop skills for a specific professional opportunity or further your graduate studies, this degree will propel you towards your future.
Analyze and interpret data from scientific literature
Develop the skills you need in your field through applied courses and final projects from your chosen areas of focus. By thesis, non-thesis, capstone, internship or portfolio projects, you'll diversify your skill set for a diverse world.
Make evidence-based arguments through multiple disciplines
Be job ready and master tomorrow with personalized instruction and learning paths to help you go beyond with your argumentation and research skills, gathering top-notch knowledge from outstanding faculty.
Career opportunities for MAIS degree holders
Our program will equip you with the knowledge to expand your leadership, communication, critical thinking and research skills in more than one discipline. For instance, MAIS graduates are able to pursue the following career paths:
- Advisor
- Analyst
- Consultant
- Coordinator
- Grant Writer
- Manager
- Project Manager
- Researcher
- Strategist
MAIS Admission Requirements
Applicants need
- Undergraduate and/or graduate official and final transcripts.
- Statement (see next section).
- GPA of 3.0 or above.
- 2 professional or academic references.
- One-page resume or CV.
- Application fee (this can be waived or deferred, if you qualify).
- English language proficiency exam scores are also required for non-native English-speaking applicants.
Applicants still completing their bachelor's degree may upload their own copies of their current transcripts, and these will be considered unofficial. Upon graduation, official transcripts showing degree conferral must be sent directly to the UNI Office of Admissions. Admission will be in consultation with Graduate College coordinator and faculty advisors from areas of interest and a plan of study will be devised accordingly.
Applicant Statement
Your statement must be a 500-word narrative indicating the personal and professional objectives sought to be accomplished with this program. Indicate how the experiences encountered in your life and/or career align with the fields of inquiry selected as part of your program.