Program Overview

Introduction to the Interior Design Program

The Interior Design program at Kansas State University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to create environments that promote human well-being and sustainability. The program emphasizes human-centered design, ecological theory, and creative practice, preparing students for a career in interior design that is rooted in impact and innovation.

Program Overview

The Interior Design program is a four-year Bachelor of Science in Interior Design (B.S. ID) degree that is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). The program meets the educational requirements for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) Exam.

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Interior Design program is as follows:

• First Semester (17 credits)
  • ID 225 Interior Design Studio 1 (4 credits)
  • ID 210 Design & Behavior for Interiors (3 credits)
  • English Requirement [KSC-1] (3 credits)
  • Social & Behavioral Science Requirement [KSC-5] (3 credits)
  • HHS 100 Well-Being I (1 credit)
• Second Semester (17 credits)
  • ID 245 Interior Design Studio 2 (4 credits)
  • IDFS 350 Our Sustainable World (3 credits)
  • Natural & Physical Science w/ Lab Requirement [KSC-6] (3 credits)
  • Arts & Humanities Requirement [KSC-6] (3 credits)
  • Mathematics & Statistics Requirement [KSC-3] (3 credits)
• Third Semester (16 credits)
  • ID 325 Interior Design Studio 3 (3 credits)
  • ID 320 History of Interior Design I (3 credits)
  • ID 310 Const. Methods & Materials for Interior Design (4 credits)
  • ID 315 Digital Visualization I (2 credits)
  • English Requirement [KSC-1] (3 credits)
  • HHS 300 Well-Being II (1 credit)
• Fourth Semester (15 credits)
  • ID 345 Interior Design Studio 4 (3 credits)
  • ID 360 History of Interior Design (3 credits)
  • ID 330 Textiles for Interior Design (3 credits)
  • ID 415 Digital Visualization II (2 credits)
  • Social & Behavioral Science Requirement [KSC-5] (3 credits)
  • HHS 300 Well-Being III (1 credit)
• Fifth Semester (15 credits)
  • ID 425 Interior Design Studio 5 (4 credits)
  • ID 435 Environmental Systems for Interior Design (3 credits)
  • Business Application Course (3 credits)
  • Professional Applications Elective (5 credits)
• Sixth Semester (16 credits)
  • ID 445 Interior Design Studio 6 (4 credits)
  • ID 440 Lighting for Interiors (3 credits)
  • ID 530 Interior Design Practices & Procedures (3 credits)
  • Professional Applications Elective (3 credits)
  • Communication Requirement [KSC-2] (3 credits)
• Seventh Semester (14 credits)
  • ID 545 Interior Design Studio 7 (4 credits)
  • ID 651 Design for Supportive Elements (4 credits)
  • Professional Applications Elective (3 credits)
  • Arts & Humanities Requirement [KSC-6] (3 credits)
• Eighth Semester (13 credits)
  • ID 645 Interior Design Studio 8 (4 credits)
  • Professional Applications Elective (3 credits)
  • Free Elective [KSC-7] (3 credits)
  • Free Elective [KSC-7] (3 credits)

Accreditation

The Interior Design program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). The program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, advanced study, and membership in professional interior design organizations.

Program Outcomes

• University data indicates 100% of 2024 graduates completed the interior design degree in 4 years.
• 94% employment rate
• Only four-year CIDA-accredited program in Kansas
• Consistently ranked in the Top-10 nationally by DesignIntelligence

Student Handbook

The Interior Design Student Handbook outlines the policies and procedures for the Interior Design program. The handbook is available for students to access and is considered a part of all syllabi for interior design courses.

Total Credits

The total credits required for the Bachelor of Science in Interior Design degree is 120 credits.