Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM · Master's Degree · about 13 graduates a year
Western New Mexico University graduates in multi/interdisciplinary studies earn 19% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Western New Mexico University Compares for Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
All 26 colleges reporting multi/interdisciplinary studies earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA | $163,424 | $143,912 | #1 | — |
| 2 | University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD | $113,688 | $99,774 | #3 | $83,810 |
| 3 | Thomas Edison State University Trenton, NJ | $112,339 | $98,598 | #4 | $85,493 |
| 4 | University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD | $111,874 | $98,182 | #5 | $73,907 |
| 5 | Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI | $94,951 | $100,115 | #2 | $74,575 |
| 6 | George Mason University Fairfax, VA | $93,214 | $84,880 | #7 | — |
| 7 | University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA | $86,783 | $78,967 | #9 | $90,311 |
| 8 | Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX | $84,172 | $85,578 | #6 | $64,470 |
| 9 | University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN | $78,951 | $84,700 | #8 | $60,315 |
| 10 | The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX | $77,302 | $78,593 | #10 | $60,687 |
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| 19 | Regis University Denver, CO | $62,323 | $58,284 | #24 | $57,497 |
| 20 | Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX | $61,977 | $63,012 | #20 | $59,757 |
| 21 | East Carolina University Greenville, NC | $61,794 | $66,314 | #17 | $38,993 |
| 22 | Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM | $60,521 | $70,074 | #15 | $48,453 |
| 23 | Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX | $58,759 | $59,741 | #21 | $43,550 |
| 24 | University of North Texas Denton, TX | $57,966 | $58,934 | #22 | $53,790 |
| 25 | Liberty University Lynchburg, VA | $57,573 | $52,425 | #25 | $50,214 |
Other Majors at Western New Mexico University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $95,128 | $62,565 | #424 of 861 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $72,205 | — | #32 of 204 |
| Social Work | $63,313 | $55,907 | #130 of 279 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Western New Mexico University multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $48,453 one year after graduating and $60,521 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Western New Mexico University rank for multi/interdisciplinary studies?
Among 26 colleges reporting earnings for multi/interdisciplinary studies graduates, Western New Mexico University ranks #22 by median pay four years after graduation, and #15 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is multi/interdisciplinary studies at Western New Mexico University worth it?
Its graduates earn 19% less than the national median for multi/interdisciplinary studies ($75,122).
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.