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Interdisciplinary Studies Program

Weekend model

Weekend modelIn the Weekend Model, students meet for two weekends (Friday evenings from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. and then again on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) in September and November (fall semester) and January and March (spring semester).

Each semester students take one core course, and they each design a coherent plan of individualized study of six to nine credits with the guidance and collaboration of faculty advisors. Each student receives on-going, personalized support for the entire semester from their own Faculty Mentor. Dialogue with peers and faculty takes place through regular electronic communication. Graduates return to present their Thesis/Integrative Final Project to the community.

Students can create a specialization that draws from their own interests and passions. Or they can choose from one of the following:

  • Women's Studies
  • Integrated Holistic Health
  • Interdisciplinary Pedagogy
  • Adult Learning and Development

The Weekend Model offers a flexible and innovative format for self-directed adults whose work and family commitments and individual learning styles or preferences require an alternative to the traditional classroom approach.

Tuition and Fee Structure, Academic Year 2008-2009

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Upcoming Dates

Fall 2008 Semester
September 12 - 14, 2008
November 14 - 16, 2008

Spring 2009 Semester
January 30 - February 1, 2009
March 27 - 29, 2009

Application Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling admissions basis. There is a "Fast Track" application for graduate of the Low Residency Bachelor's Program (LCB). It is recommended that International Applicants apply at least 4 months before the intended semester of study. Please contact the Graduate Admissions Office for complete instructions.

Financial Aid

Financial Aid is available for students who register for at least 6 credits each semester. Please note that the financial aid process can take between 8 -12 weeks for processing and a decision is not made until the applicant has been accepted. Please contact The Financial Aid Office for complete instructions.

Program of Study

PROGRAM OF STUDY CREDITS
Semester I
Required Core Course Taken in the First Semester:
GINTD 5012 People and Place: Interdisciplinary Perspectives 3
GINTD 5881 Learning Communities Option I 3
GINTD 5882 Learning Communities Option II 3
GINTD 5883 Learning Communities Option III 3
Semester II
Required Core Course Taken in the Second Semester:
GINTD 5011 Ways of Knowing: How We Make Meaning 3
GINTD 6881 Learning Communities Option I 3
GINTD 6882 Learning Communities Option II 3
GINTD 6883 Learning Communities Option III 3
Semester III
Required Core Course Taken During Residency:
GINTD 7001 Praxis: Integrating Theory into Practice 3
GINTD 7500 Praxis: Thesis/Integrative Final Project 6
Note:
Students return at the end of their final semester to present their thesis work to the Community. Students may also register for 6 credits of independent work each semester and complete the program in 4 semesters.
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED 33

 

 
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