The Interior Design major prepares students to design innovative, functional, supportive and responsible interior environments that positively impact the quality of life. The curriculum develops students' skills and knowledge in color and design, drafting, space planning, building and interior systems, materials and finishes, historical interiors, building and barrier-free codes, and Auto-CAD. The needs of special populations and the mandates that regulate the field of interior design are emphasized.
Illinois State's Interior Design program is accredited by the Council of Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).
The Interior Design major prepares students to design innovative, functional, supportive and responsible interior environments that positively impact the quality of life. Students develop skills and knowledge in color and design, drafting, space planning, building and interior systems, materials and finishes, historical interiors, building and barrier-free codes, and Auto-CAD. The needs of special populations and the mandates that regulate the field of interior design are emphasized in this sequence.
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Megan Kayfish | 208 Bone Student Center | meturne@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2200 |
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Clint Smith | Turner Hall 106 | cmsmit2@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-5011 |
Illinois State's preferred filing period for freshman students for the fall semester is September 1-November 15. Applying early is encouraged, as the University must limit enrollment due to space at the University and in specific majors/programs. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
Illinois State's preferred filing period for fall transfer students is September 1-January 15. For the spring semester, the preferred filing period is from April 1-August 1. You are encouraged to apply early in the preferred filing period for best consideration for admission into competitive majors. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!
A fourth studio course was added to our program requirements in order to meet our CIDA accreditation standards. Junior transfer students may require five semesters to complete our introductory design elements course (FCS 104), architectural drafting course (FCS 242), and the four studio courses.
Alternatively, completion and portfolio review by the program coordinator of the following coursework may reduce the program to two years for junior transfers.
3.00
3.21 - 3.62
None
It takes five semesters at Illinois State University to complete this degree, so students should transfer after three semesters at the community college.
To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides.
Name | Office | Phone | Note | |
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Lauren Nelson | Turner Hall 106 | lcnels1@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2517 | All Prospective Students and Current Students Last Names A-F |
Clint Smith | Turner Hall 106A | cmsmit2@ilstu.edu | ((309) 438-2517 | Current Students Last Names G-Z |
3.00
3.21 - 3.62
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
August 1 - September 21; January 1 - February 21; April 1 - May 21
Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.
Name | Office | Phone | Note | |
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Lauren Nelson | Turner Hall 106 | lcnels1@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2517 | All Prospective Students and Current Students Last Names A-F |
Clint Smith | Turner Hall 106A | cmsmit2@ilstu.edu | ((309) 438-2517 | Current Students Last Names G-Z |