Top Interior Design Programs
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When dreaming of a career in interior design, the primary goal is to educate yourself about the industry and learn the principles of design through one of the top interior design programs. As you seek out the right degree option, it is important to research the curriculum thoroughly and compare various schools. One way to do this is to chat with local designers as well as students and faculty at area schools to get their opinions.
Types of Interior Design Programs
There are many options available to those seeking to study at one of the top interior design programs. In addition to four-year colleges, there are also other options like online design schools and study-at-home programs. A lot of design students look for degree plans which have been accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, formerly called FIDER. New students should also be aware that each state has different requirements for the education and licensing of designers and decorators. Check with county and state agencies before enrolling in a design program to make sure your degree will comply with local regulations. The American Society of Interior Designers, ASID, is another resource for researching top interior design programs and state compliance issues.
The first step is to decide what type of degree you would like to pursue. Various community colleges offer certificate programs in interior design and home decorating. This type of program will likely take less time than a formal degree plan and will be less expensive as well. The next level up is the two-year associate degree which can be found at numerous colleges and universities. Most design students will look for a bachelor degree plan which includes a professional interior design internship. For those designers who currently have undergraduate degrees, consider furthering your education with a masters or doctorate in interior design.
Top Interior Design Programs
The Art Institute – Ai has 35 campuses in North America along with a robust online program. They offer an extensive mixture of interior design degrees including Art & Design Technology, Drafting Technology, Home Furnishings Merchandising, Interior Design, Interior Planning, Kitchen & Bath Design, Residential Design, and Set & Exhibit Design.
New York School of Interior Design – This well-known design college offers associate, bachelor, and masters degrees along with a certificate program. NYSID’s big city locale, low student-to-teacher ratio, and flexible class schedules make this sought-after school.
American InterContinental University – This school offers associate or bachelor degree programs in interior design at their campuses in South Florida, Atlanta, Los Angeles, London, and Dubai.
International Academy of Design & Technology – IADT has a dozen North American campuses offering interior design degrees. Their Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation.
Harrington College of Design – With a campus based in exciting Chicago, this school offers associate and bachelor degrees in interior design. Their program ranked eighth on the Almanac of Architecture and Design’s list of top interior design schools back in 2003.
Resources for the Top Interior Design Programs
All Art Schools – Search for local or online art schools, design schools, and art colleges.
DesignIntelligence – Publisher of "America's Best Architecture & Design Schools".
Amazon Books – Check out the "Almanac of Architecture & Design 2007" for the top interior design programs.
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