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Interior Design

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Associate Degree

Program Number: 

103041

Credits: 

60.00
Financial Aid Eligible

Typical Start: 

Fall

Western's Interior Design associate degree program will transform your creativity and attention to detail, channeling them into innovative design practices. It provides a comprehensive understanding of aesthetic theory, materiality, and functionality to shape interior spaces effectively. Throughout your training, you will develop a strong academic portfolio while gaining expertise in conceptual design development, space planning, visual communication, sustainability, regulatory compliance, and construction document preparation.

By mastering the art of generating holistic and contextually aware design solutions, you will actively contribute to enhancing the human experience through interior design. This program also prioritizes the development of crucial skills, such as being an attentive listener, a flexible thinker, and a resourceful problem solver.

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Estimated Program Costs

Estimated Program Cost

Interior Design

This program will cost about $9,632* based on tuition and basic program fees. There may be additional fees for books, materials, and testing. For more information on tuition costs, view the Tuition page or Cost of Attendance document.

* Tuition and fees are subject to change.
Graduation Employment Stats

Graduation Employment Stats

Western conducts a follow-up survey of all grads six months after graduation to find out if they are employed in a job related to their program, how much they are making, and where they are employed.

Survey information is not currently available for this program. Please contact an Admissions Coach or call 606-785-9200 for more information.

Career Opportunities

Residential Interior Designer
Retail Interior Designer
Commercial Interior Designer
Kitchen and Bath Designer
Sales Consultant
Furniture Staging Specialist
Home Lighting Advisor
Healthcare Interiors Facilities Manager
Higher Education Interiors Facilities Manager
Commercial Furniture Manufacturer Sales Representative
Commercial Furniture Dealer Associate
Sales Account Manager
Product Designer
Design Project Manager
Showroom Manager

Program Outcomes

  • Living responsibly
  • Refining professionalism
  • Cultivating passion
  • Integrate Codes that impact the interior environment
  • Integrate industry guidelines that impact the interior environment
  • Apply interior design business practices
  • Apply design process to interior design projects
  • Design within the parameters of the built environment
  • Apply fundamentals of design

Admission Requirements

College Requirements

Application
$30 Application Fee

Software and Technology

Most of Western’s classes require the use of a personal computer or laptop, standard software, internet access, and other technology-related items.

If you do not have a personal computer or laptop, or if the one you have does not meet the following criteria, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Computer/Laptop Hardware

  • Smartphones are not recommended for completing assignments.
  • Chromebooks are not recommended due to issues with installing software that is needed for classes, such as Office 365.
  • Web camera with microphone (usually built into newer laptops or can be purchased separately) is necessary for online participation.

Software Needs

For detailed specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.

Campus Resources

Need Assistance?

  • Contact the Learning Commons! The staff are happy to answer questions, provide individualized assistance, and direct you to other supports as needed.

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