by our College Data Analytics Team
[Other Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies](/majors/multi-interdisciplinary-studies/other-multi-interdisciplinary-studies/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The best values balance affordable tuition against strong post-graduation earnings.
To produce this 2026 ranking, College Factual evaluated 27 schools on the balance of cost and outcomes for other multi/interdisciplinary studies students.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in other multi/interdisciplinary studies, balancing cost against outcomes.
Rich Mountain Community College earned the #1 spot for value among other multi/interdisciplinary studies schools in Arkansas. Located in the town of Mena, Rich Mountain Community College is a small public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $3,696, with out-of-state students paying around $4,272. Soon after graduation, other multi/interdisciplinary studies degree recipients from Rich Mountain Community College generally make around $21,186.
Cossatot Community College Of The University Of Arkansas came in at #2 on our 2026 list of the best value other multi/interdisciplinary studies schools. Cossatot Community College Of The University Of Arkansas is a small public school located in the town of De Queen. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $4,320, compared with $5,190 for out-of-state students. Other Multi/interdisciplinary Studies graduates carry a median of $7,018 in student loans. Other Multi/interdisciplinary Studies graduates of Cossatot Community College Of The University Of Arkansas earn a median of $27,502 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
Students looking for strong value in other multi/interdisciplinary studies will find it at Arkansas State University Beebe, which ranked #3. Located in the town of Beebe, Arkansas State University Beebe is a mid-sized public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $3,336, compared with $5,232 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for other multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates is $9,350. Early-career other multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates make about $30,293. Set against $9,350 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Arkansas State University Newport earned it the #4 place for other multi/interdisciplinary studies. Set in the rural area of Newport, Arkansas State University Newport is a mid-sized public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $3,312, compared with $4,752 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for other multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates is $10,925. Soon after graduation, other multi/interdisciplinary studies degree recipients from Arkansas State University Newport generally make around $44,500. Set against $10,925 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
Grantham University came in at #5 on our 2026 list of the best value other multi/interdisciplinary studies schools. Grantham University is a moderately-sized public school located in the city of LIttle Rock. Students from in state pay about $8,520 in tuition and fees. Other Multi/interdisciplinary Studies graduates carry a median of $8,995 in student loans. Soon after graduation, other multi/interdisciplinary studies degree recipients from Grantham University generally make around $74,432. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
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North Arkansas College came in at #6 for value in other multi/interdisciplinary studies this year. North Arkansas College is a mid-sized public school located in the town of Harrison. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $3,504, with out-of-state students paying around $5,592. Other Multi/interdisciplinary Studies graduates carry a median of $10,645 in student loans. Soon after graduation, other multi/interdisciplinary studies degree recipients from North Arkansas College generally make around $38,948. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
Arkansas Tech University came in at #7 for value in other multi/interdisciplinary studies this year. Located in the town of Russellville, Arkansas Tech University is a large public university. Students from in state pay about $8,674 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $14,668. Typical student debt for other multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates is $34,046. Other Multi/interdisciplinary Studies graduates of Arkansas Tech University earn a median of $37,760 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $34,046 median debt. Roughly 96% of applicants are accepted.
University Of Arkansas At Monticello placed #8 among the best values for other multi/interdisciplinary studies. University Of Arkansas At Monticello is a mid-sized public school located in the town of Monticello. In-state tuition and fees average $9,292, with out-of-state students paying around $14,857. Students borrow a median of $15,333 to complete the other multi/interdisciplinary studies program here. Early-career other multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates make about $30,523. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
Pulaski Technical College ranked #9 on our 2026 list of the best value other multi/interdisciplinary studies schools. Pulaski Technical College is a moderately-sized public school located in the city of North Little Rock. Students from in state pay about $6,300 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $9,450. Typical student debt for other multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates is $9,125. Soon after graduation, other multi/interdisciplinary studies degree recipients from Pulaski Technical College generally make around $31,360. Set against $9,125 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
University Of Arkansas At Little Rock earned the #10 position for value in other multi/interdisciplinary studies this year. University Of Arkansas At Little Rock is a large public school located in the city of Little Rock. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,911, while out-of-state students pay about $22,721. Typical student debt for other multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates is $20,166. Other Multi/interdisciplinary Studies graduates of University Of Arkansas At Little Rock earn a median of $47,170 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $20,166 median debt. University Of Arkansas At Little Rock admits about 59% of applicants.
University Of Central Arkansas earned the #11 position for value in other multi/interdisciplinary studies this year. University Of Central Arkansas is a large public school located in the city of Conway. Students from in state pay about $10,523 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $18,023. Other Multi/interdisciplinary Studies graduates carry a median of $22,920 in student loans. Other Multi/interdisciplinary Studies graduates of University Of Central Arkansas earn a median of $43,187 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $22,920 median debt. Roughly 90% of applicants are accepted.
This ranking is produced by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. The methodology weighs the cost of a degree against the earnings graduates go on to achieve, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 27 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 3 ranked schools only.
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