Program Overview

Introduction to the Interior Design Program

The Interior Design program at Bowling Green State University is recognized as one of the best in the Midwest. It is a gateway to a gratifying career that blends art with function, beauty, practicality, and creativity. The program focuses on understanding how spaces should function, how they should feel, and how to shape them to enhance the experiences of all who enter.

Why Study Interior Design at BGSU

• Design your own career path: Graduates get hired in interior design and architectural firms with a broad range of specializations.
• NASAD accreditation: BGSU meets the rigorous accreditation standards of the National Association of the Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
• Build an impressive portfolio: Students gain valuable experience in co-ops and field experiences with big-name employers.
• Learn from the best: Top-rated interior design faculty are accomplished and committed to student success.
• Take advantage of cutting-edge tech: State-of-the-art labs with computerized work stations, large-format plotters, and more.
• Study abroad: Numerous opportunities to study abroad through the University's international programs and partnerships.
• Join the interior design community: Get involved in the BGSU student chapter of the American Society of Interior Design (ASID) and become a LEED Green Associate.

Career Paths

• Interior design firms
• Architecture firm interior design departments
• Facility planning and management
• Furniture dealership interior design departments
• Office/residential furniture consulting and sales
• Project management

Curriculum

The curriculum prioritizes hands-on, studio-based education, comprehensive coursework, and professional practice. It encompasses design elements, principles and methods, functional and pragmatic applications, and relevant insights like human behavior science, economics, Western art, and professional practice.

Sample Courses

• Design Principles
• Computer-based Rendering for Interiors
• Modern Architecture
• Introduction to Construction
• Green, Sustainable and Universal Design for the Built Environment

Accreditation

The BGSU professional interior design program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). Bowling Green State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Program Outcomes

100% of Interior Design graduates report they're employed, in graduate school, or starting a business within six months of graduation. BGSU is the #1 public university in Ohio for career prep, according to The Wall Street Journal.