The MAIS program is designed for students who have a passion or a deep interest in an area of study which requires synthesis of more than one field of study offered at OSU. MAIS students are self-directed in determining their course of study to deepen their learning and critical thinking skills so as to integrate three fields of study.

Students interested in the MAIS begin their inquiry with intellectual or career goals or interests that can be best achieved through interdisciplinary study. A prospective student may have a keen interest in a particular topic that can only be understood through the integration of disciplinary approaches. An MAIS degree may also help applicants achieve career goals. For example, applicants may want to obtain a masters degree for career advancement, and an interdisciplinary degree may be of greatest relevance to their current professional activities. Since the degree allows you to develop your own program of study, you can tailor it to help you meet your career objectives.

Students with MAIS degrees work in a variety of fields – business, health care, education, government, non-profits, and many others.