BA Integrative Studies (PBIT)

The Integrative Studies Program in the College of Arts and Sciences provides students the opportunity to pursue a broad-based education across a variety of disciplines. The major is designed for students whose academic interests are best met through a flexible program of integrative and interdisciplinary study.

An Integrative Studies education encourages the acquisition of knowledge and skills that run broadly across the full range of disciplines. It also supports the in-depth study of certain topics or issues that require investigation between disciplines or integration among disciplines. With an emphasis on critical and reflective thinking, Integrative Studies promotes the liberation of the mind, removing prejudices, challenging assumptions, and examining values.

The bachelor's degree requires four concentrations and/or minors. PACE provides concentrations in English, public administration and sociology; and a minor in entrepreneurship. Additional minors and concentrations are being developed in business informatics and criminal justice. Transfer students with upper division hours in a specific discipline may be able to direct that credit toward one of the required concentrations.