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Our architecture, interior design program was ranked by design professionals at more than 200 U.S. firms who make hiring decisions and performance evaluations as one of the best programs for preparing students for real-world success.
Check the list of interior design programs accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation www.accredit-id.org to find the schools that have been through a rigorous evaluation process to see if the program meets quality standards. Seeking accreditation is voluntary, so you won’t find all the reputable schools on this list, only those that have been successfully evaluated by the Council. If a school you are interested in is not on the Council's list, you might want to contact the professional association or employers in the area where you want to work and ask for advice.
University of Florida has a four-year degree program with the opportunity to complete an advanced four-year plus one-year Master's of Design program. This school is often recognized as one of the leading education programs in the country. This major prepares students for possible careers in areas such as retail, office design, healthcare, hospitality and residential design. Examples of a couple of unusual specializations include environmental sustainability and historic preservation. Read more about this big school.
Students are initially admitted to the one-year pre-interior design program where they begin with courses in fundamental aspects of interior design. Upon completion of the foundation level courses, students must participate in a competitive portfolio review , which upon passing they advance to the interior design major where they take intensive design studios and content courses. As part of their requirements, all interior design students must complete an internship.