Online Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Professional Studies, Community and Social Impact Emphasis
The online community and social impact emphasis prepares you to meaningfully engage in your community by nurturing an innovative, adaptive and community-conscious mindset. Customize your impact with three complementary certificates that combine your passions with the professional skills to make a difference.
Note: This emphasis area is only available to students who are taking classes 100% online.
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Community and Social Impact Emphasis Details
How to Apply
To apply to the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Professional Studies, you must meet with a student success coach to discuss your personal and professional goals and your academic interest areas. Then, you must submit a personal impact statement.
Application Instructions for Interdisciplinary Professional Studies
Classes and Scheduling
The online Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Professional Studies, Community and Social Impact Emphasis is a 120-credit program that includes the following:
- Community and Social Impact Emphasis Courses – 36 to 50 credits. Choose three certificates to complete this credit requirement.
- Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Courses – 70 to 84 credits. Includes 12 credits of required courses, 28 to 35 credits of electives or transfer credits and 37 credits of University Foundations.
Review the following table for details on community and social impact emphasis options and required courses.
| Course Type | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Emphasis Option | Certificate in Applied Leadership: Growing into a High-Impact Leader | 12 |
| Emphasis Option | Certificate in Business Creation or Certificate in +Business Certificate | 12 |
| Emphasis Option | Certificate in Communication Management | 14 |
| Emphasis Option | Community Impact Certificate | 12 |
| Emphasis Option | Certificate in Conflict Management | 13 |
| Emphasis Option | Media Content Management Certificate | 14 |
| Emphasis Option | Certificate in Public Health | 15 |
| Emphasis Option | Certificate in User Experience Research: UX Professional (UXPRO) | 12 |
| Required Course | IPS 305 Introduction to Interdisciplinary Professional Studies | 2 |
| Required Course | IPS 315 Integrative Thinking | 2 |
| Required Course | IPS 375 Perspective Taking | 3 |
| Required Course | IPS 385 Asking Questions and Framing Problems | 3 |
| Required Course | IPS 495 Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Capstone | 2 |
Course Descriptions
Official course descriptions and degree plans are published on the undergraduate catalog website.
To find a course, click the “Courses” tab and select the drop-down list that aligns with your desired course prefix (e.g. IPS 305). You may also use the search bar to search for the course prefix.
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Costs and Scholarships
The community and social impact emphasis is only available to students who are taking classes 100% online. Students who take classes 100% online pay $375 per credit during the 2024-25 academic year. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.
Other potential expenses may include a personal computer, books, webcam, headphones with mic, and internet access — all of which are required for the online program.
Students applying to this program are encouraged to apply for scholarships to help fund their education.
Notice to Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: Fee waivers do not apply to the community and social impact emphasis.
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Career Opportunities
Maximize your earning potential and pursue a meaningful career with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Professional Studies. Gain hands-on experience, develop your technical skills and network with other learners in the community and social impact field.
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Student Support
From application to graduation, students are supported throughout their education journey at Boise State.
Military and Veteran Students
Boise State Online’s interdisciplinary professional studies program is well-equipped to accommodate military service members.
Whether you are on active duty, a veteran or a civilian, our team is here to support you as you earn your bachelor’s degree.
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Among The Top in The Nation
Earning an interdisciplinary studies degree online from Boise State University can help open doors to opportunities and a promising future.
Boise State’s online programs are specifically created for online learning, offer the same support as our traditional degree programs and are ranked in the top 8% of online bachelor’s degrees in the country by U.S. News and World Report.
Authorization
Boise State maintains authorization to offer online programs in Idaho and beyond. Detailed information about state authorization is available on the eCampus Center website.
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