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College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Integrated Studies

This program allows students to personalize their degree by combining three minors, two Integrated Studies courses, and relevant supporting courses

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Degree
  • Bachelor of Science
Location
  • Huntsville
  • Online
Type of Instruction
  • Face to Face
  • Online
Length

4 Years

How integrated studies work

The Bachelor of Science in Integrated Studies at SHSU is for students who want a flexible and personalized education. In this program, you can choose three minors, which may be housed within the same or different colleges, to match your interests and career goals.


You will learn from faculty who are experienced researchers and published authors. Their expertise enhances your learning and helps you understand how to apply your coursework in real-world situations.

Three Minors, One Cohesive Degree?

Students select three distinct minors that align with their interests and career goals. Each minor must include 18 unique credit hours, ensuring depth and diversity in academic preparation.

All students complete two required courses—INTG 3301: Critical Approaches to Integrated Studies and INTG 4301: Integrated Studies Capstone—which help connect their chosen minors through a professional portfolio.

When can I apply?
  • Fall semester applications due August 1
  • Spring semester applications due December 15
  • Summer applications due May 15

DESIGN YOUR DEGREE. DEFINE YOUR FUTURE.

This program helps you build interdisciplinary skills based on the minors you choose. These skills enhance your ability to integrate different perspectives—a quality that is highly valued by graduate programs and employers. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue advanced degrees and succeed in a variety of careers, thanks to the program’s emphasis on broad, multidisciplinary knowledge and practical skill development.

  • Flexible and Transfer-Friendly

    The program accommodates a wide range of academic backgrounds and transfer credits, making it an excellent option for students seeking a customized path to graduation.

  • Versatility in Career

    Graduates are equipped with interdisciplinary skills that open doors to diverse career paths and advanced study in fields such as law, public service, business, and education.

  • Faculty Mentorship

    Students benefit from close mentorship in INTG3301 and INTG4301, helping them develop marketable skills— which include applying interdisciplinary reasoning to professional contexts and producing a portfolio that demonstrates intellectual integration and career readiness. Graduates can articulate how their three minors form a unified academic and professional identity.

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Discover your future

An Integrated Studies degree offers various career paths with opportunities in teaching, publishing, journalism, marketing, business, and more.

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Learn from our outstanding faculty

An Integrated Studies degree offers various career paths with opportunities in numerous sectors: Health, Education, Sports, Environment, Sustainability & Applied Science, Technology and Data Management, Business, Marketing, Public relations, Entrepreneurship, Non-profit, Community Services, Global Affairs, Culture, Communication, Arts, Justice, and Society & Policy.

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Ready to see what a degree can do for you or to start your application to SHSU? Our Admissions team is here to help.