Overview

Graduates of the Interior Architecture and Design program at Academy of Art University are equipped for a seamless transition into the school's BFA program.

Interior Design Skills

Demonstrate creative approaches to spatial organization, use of material and lighting
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the laws, codes and standards that impact fire and life safety by correctly applying professional standards to space planning and layouts
Demonstrate a basic understanding of ADA and Universal Design principles in interior design solutions
Demonstrate a basic understanding of human factors and behavior in the built environment by creating informed design solutions
Create construction drawings and documents
Demonstrate an understanding of movements and traditions in interior design, architecture and furniture by applying precedents design solutions

Programme Structure

Courses

Color
Construction Documents
Materials
Composition for the Artist
Art History Through the 15th Century
English Composition: Creative Persuasion and Argument

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-16 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00

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More details

General admissions applications are accepted on a rolling basis, there are deadlines for specific programs and we encourage you to apply early

Language

English

Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

Architecture Interior Design View 200 other Bachelors in Interior Design in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Official, sealed copy of your high school transcript or GED
High school diploma with graduation date
Official, sealed copy of a completed Bachelor’s degree transcript
Signed Home School Program Certification form and transcripts
California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE) letter

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

35112 USD / year

≈ 35112 USD / year
Out-of-State

29736 USD / year

≈ 29736 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

29736 USD / year

≈ 29736 USD / year

Additional Details

Undergraduate Tuition (Domestic Students): $1,301 /unit – 3 units per class

Undergraduate Tuition (International Students): $1,682 /unit – 3 units per class

Living costs

San Francisco

United States

2206 - 4119 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Interior Architecture and Design.

Available Scholarships

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