Interior Design Degree (Online Bachelor's)
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The interior design program at Kansas State University provides a first professional degree in a four-year curriculum. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the interior design profession. The program is accredited by both the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design With professional practice experience, graduates of CIDA-accredited programs are eligible to complete the National Council for Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ) examination, which is the basis of most title and license legislation in the United States and Canada. For more information about the NCIDQ examination, see their website
The B.S. in Interior Design prepares students for a career in the interior design industry. Required classes include design elements and principles, history, materials and systems, contemporary design philosophies and sustainability, advanced design applications, computer applications, and portfolio development. Course work incorporates both theory and hands-on approaches to the study of interior design. The curriculum is designed to help students develop enhanced and well developed knowledge and skills in the field of interior design. The program focuses on residential and commercial design. Students may also sit for the IDEX California Exam immediately upon graduation.
Ball State University was chosen as the top online master’s degree in interior design for technology support. The online classroom is accessible to students at any time of the day and technical support staff members are also available 24/7 to help with problems that may occur. Additionally, the school’s online programs offer students access to the virtual learning platform from mobile devices and tablet computers. Live streaming video and audio, online labs and bulletin boards, and an expertly designed platform are just some of the technical aspects that place Ball State at the top of our list for this category.