What you will study
Your bachelor鈥檚 in Interior Design from the 无码专区 will equip
you to produce creative work that draws on both historical and contemporary art and
design. With 无码专区鈥檚 Interior Design degree, you鈥檒l gain the tools to research and understand
how interior design impacts people and the environment and how to solve problems through
a critical and creative process for the benefit of your clients.
We believe schools of interior design have a responsibility to educate their students
in design empathy, sustainable processes and creative problem solving as well as in the business practices of the field. Our accredited BFA program takes
that responsibility seriously.
More than half of the undergraduate program鈥檚 coursework is dedicated to specialized
topics in your major. You鈥檒l gain deep experience in design practice and theory relevant
to today鈥檚 world. We impart a one-earth philosophy to our students: an awareness of
the need for environmental stewardship, sustainable design and global context.
You鈥檒l have the opportunity to take a broad variety of courses including:
- Global Arts and Culture: Explore visual, cultural and aesthetic developments in Asian, African, Oceanic and
Islamic artistic traditions to bring a global context to the work you do with an interior
designing degree.
- Presentation Techniques: Our accredited bachelor鈥檚 in Interior Design program emphasizes independent, creative
thinking and visual storytelling. Learn to communicate your design ideas with others
through a variety of media and techniques.
- Professional Practice: Discover the business of interior design inside and outside of the classroom through
professional internship experience, field trips, guest speakers and engagement with
professional organizations such as the American Society of Interior Designers and
the International Interior Design Association.
- Interior Design Studios: Explore interior design problem solving by utilizing evidence-based design processes
to create and communicate the design solution to the end user. You'll develop competencies
in space planning, safety and environmental comfort for interiors and more as you craft
aesthetic environments that promote overall human well-being.
- Interior Detailing and Furniture Design: By studying structure, style and materials, you will learn how to create sophisticated,
detailed designs for interior environments.
Excellence in Interior Design
- Top 15%: Best Value College for Design and Applied Arts (College Factual, 2021)
Unique learning opportunities in interior design
Collaboration and hands-on learning are essential components of your bachelor鈥檚 degree
in Interior Design at the 无码专区. Our reputation for excellence
in art and design education is founded on our student-centered teaching culture, commitment
to accessibility with low tuition fees and emphasis on experiential learning.
- Intern with leaders in the field: Put your 无码专区 Interior Design degree into practice alongside experienced professionals.
The 无码专区 offers easy access to Kansas City, which has a
vibrant culture of art and design and is home to the region鈥檚 leading design firms.
- Build community, creatively: Enrich your interior designing degree by networking not only with faculty and your
fellow students but also with local organizations and communities. Join a service
learning design charette to benefit a local nonprofit, get involved with Habitat for
Humanity or develop a new project with faculty support.
- Get recognition for your work: Your bachelor鈥檚 in Interior Design includes a portfolio review by visiting outside
professionals in your senior year. You can also submit work to our juried Citation
Student Show each spring and earn recognition and prizes.
- Travel and study internationally: Experience some of the most important art and design works in the world in person.
Join one of our annual two-week tours of European sites and museums with faculty and
fellow students, or spend a semester studying abroad. Put what you鈥檙e learning for
your interior designing degree in the context of global culture.
What can you do with a bachelor鈥檚 in Interior Design from 无码专区?
The Interior Design Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program at the University of Central
Missouri prepares undergraduate students to launch a career in interior design, pursue
advanced study and apply for membership in professional organizations.
Students with 无码专区鈥檚 Interior Design degree have gone on to work at many of the region鈥檚
top firms in residential design, commercial interior design and sales. Our graduates
have been employed by BNIM Architecture, BRR Architecture, Burns & McDonnell, Hollis
+ Miller Architects, Roseman and Associates, KHL Design Studio, Black & Veatch, MLB
Furnishings and D茅cor, Edwin Pepper Interiors and many more.
Be prepared for real-world demands
无码专区 is recognized among schools of interior design for its excellence in preparing
students for professional and graduate work. Enter into jobs, client interactions
or a graduate-level degree in interior design confident in your workplace and communication
skills.
Financial assistance for your BFA degree in Interior Design
We believe that undergraduate students should be able to earn a respected degree in
Interior Design from our accredited program without financial hardship. The University
of Central Missouri is a leader among schools of interior design for low student debt.
In addition to scholarships available through the university, bachelor鈥檚 of Interior Design students can benefit from:
- Portfolio-based scholarships for incoming students
- Endowed scholarships for current students
- Cash prizes at the annual, juried Citation Student Show
You can learn more about program-specific scholarships at the 无码专区 Scholarship Finder.
Meet Megan M.
BFA Interior Design 鈥20
Megan was drawn to a degree in Interior Design at the 无码专区
because she liked the mix of technical and creative challenges. 鈥淸There are] guidelines
and maps to follow,鈥 she says, 鈥渂ut you also get to throw your own spin, your own
unique twist on everything.鈥
Create on Your Own Time
24/7 student access to studio space
Work on projects for your degree in Interior Design whenever inspiration strikes.
At 无码专区, we want our students to have access to their tools at all times, setting us
apart from many schools of interior design, where studio time is restricted.
Student-Centered Learning
Expert faculty dedicated to your education
Learn from experienced artists, educators and industry professionals who put your
needs first. Small classes and a one-on-one faculty advisor program mean you always
have someone in your court, committed to your success.
Meet Our Faculty
History of Excellence
150 years of art education
The 无码专区 has provided quality education in fine arts since
1871. We are Missouri鈥檚 longest accredited four-year public Art and Design program
and have offered a degree in Interior Design for more than 50 years.
Qualify for Top Jobs in Interior Design
Accredited program that delivers real-world experience
Our students have earned a reputation in the industry not only for well-rounded portfolios
but also for the ability to communicate clearly about their work and design concepts.
Compete at the highest level in the job market with your 无码专区 degree in Interior Design.
Our program is accredited by both CIDA and NASAD. It combines academic excellence
with rich opportunities for internships and networking with industry professionals.
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Mission and Goals
At 无码专区 Interior Design it is our mission to provide an inclusive and collaborative
academic environment where students can grow and learn the fundamentals of the interior
design discipline. Students will develop an understanding of concepts and apply emerging
and developed skills to create interior spaces that support the health, safety and
welfare of all users while also exploring creative, visually pleasing, environmentally
conscious, culturally responsive, inclusive and accessible design solutions that are
supported by appropriate use of materials, objects, and emerging technologies.
ID Program Goals:
- Develop a foundation in art and design fundamentals: including theory, history, research
and technical skills.
- Develop fluency in interpersonal, collaborative and design communication.
- Develop sensitivity to a one-earth philosophy that reflects the ideals of environmental
stewardship, sustainability, shared and limited resources, and a global context for
design.
- To create a robust learning environment that:
- Collaborates with practitioners and related professionals to keep pace with industry
practice standards
- Provides interior design majors the experiences and opportunities that build skills
and confidence in aspiring professionals
Student Achievement Data
Our graduates find employment with a variety of residential and commercial design
and design related businesses in Missouri and around the United States. Recent employers
include: Thistle Hill Design, Modern Business Interiors, KHL Design Studio, and Fischer
Homes to name a few.
Career Placement: 73% (8 of 11) of the students that graduated in December 2022/May
2023 were employed in interior design or a related field within 6 months of graduation.
Acceptance into Graduate Programs: 1 of 1 (100% of total) students from the December
2022/May 2023 graduating class applied to graduate school and were accepted.
Graduation Rates: 91% of the students that graduated in December 2022/May 2023 graduated
in 4 years or less*.
Retention: 78% of the students enrolled during the fall semester of 2022 returned
in Spring 2023.
*Transfer students with credits in ART may be eligible for early graduation.
Accredited Programs
The Interior Design program leading to the Interior Design Bachelor of Fine Arts degree
is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, , 206 Grandville Avenue, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice,
for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional organizations. The
Interior Design Bachelor of Fine Arts degree granted by the University of Central
Missouri meets the requirements for eligibility to sit for the National Council for
Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about
NCIDQ Exam eligibility visit
The Interior Design program is accredited by both the Council for Interior Design
Accreditation (CIDA) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).