Multidisciplinary studies
With the multidisciplinary studies endorsement you will take classes in a mix of subjects. This may be a good fit if you want to explore different career fields. Review the related careers and talk to your counselor to find the right endorsement for you.
What to expect
Endorsements and career paths help you see what it's like to study this subject in college or work in this career field. If you select the multidisciplinary endorsement, here’s a bit about what you can expect.
Classes you might take
Skills you could learn
Careers you can pursue
Planning for high school graduation
Take some time to learn about endorsements and related careers. Talk to your friends, family, or counselors to find what matches your interests. When you’re ready, build a plan to graduate with this endorsement.
Want to learn more about graduating with an endorsement? Explore the graduation toolkit.
Endorsements and graduation requirements
Core classes
All students need to take core classes to graduate high school. These include science, math, social studies, and English. You’ll also take fine arts, foreign language, and physical education. Learn more about core graduation requirements.
Classes required to earn this endorsement
In addition to your core classes, you’ll complete additional classes to earn an endorsement. These classes focus on a specific subject or skill set. Check with your counselor or use the MapMyGrad to find the right classes at your school.
Career focus
With this career path you need to complete four advanced classes that prepare you to enter the workforce or postsecondary education.
Foundations
With this career path you need to complete four classes from the core class subject areas. This must include chemistry or physics and English IV.
Advanced
With this career path you need to complete four AP, IB, or dual credit classes. Classes should be in one of the core class subject areas.
Student stories
These students were in your shoes. See what made them choose the multi-disciplinary studies endorsement.
Meet Jesse
Jesse is a senior in high school from San Antonio. He’s working toward his Distinguished Level of Achievement high school diploma on the Multidisciplinary Studies path. Jesse dreams of launching his own startup someday. He has decided to study at UT Austin, where he wants to double major in business and communication.
Meet Stephanie
In high school, Stephanie was an athlete and a strong student with many interests. After high school, she started community college and got a job as an administrative assistant at a small law firm. Though she originally thought she might want to be a teacher, she found that she loved the law. Stephanie recently finished her law degree at the University of Houston Law Center.
Related career clusters
If you’re interested in this endorsement, these career fields may be a good fit for you. Select a career field to see relevant careers.
Explore Multidisciplinary studies careers