The Interdisciplinary Studies Department at Salem State University meets the intellectual and professional needs of 21st century students by providing them with opportunities to study complex topics and create new knowledge through the integration of methods, skills and materials from across the university. These skills and ways of engaging with the world are essential tools for successful careers and lives. We offer a major in Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in American Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, and a self-designed option. We also offer ten interdisciplinary minors.<br>An opportunity to create an independent interdisciplinary course of study for students with specific intellectual or professional objective. Proposals for the self-designed program are vetted/approved through departmental process.