Interior Design

at Penn Foster

   New Orleans Catalog

About

If you've got an eye for design and love seeing a room come together through thoughtful color, furniture, and décor choices, Penn Foster's online Interior Design Degree can help you take the next steps toward a career you enjoy. Our flexible, self-paced program covers fundamental topics like color theory and residential design.

  • Graduates earn 45 credits toward the 60 credit requirement needed for National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) Certification, which is currently required by nearly half of all states to work in the field. 
  • Graduates of the program may apply for membership to the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
  • Graduates may also submit Penn Foster transcripts to the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) to receive education hours toward NKBA certification requirements.
  • Students receive a drawing tool kit as part of their program materials, at no additional cost.
  • Our online programs are flexible enough for you to finish them at a pace that works for you, based on how much time you can dedicate to your coursework each week

Takes

2 Years

Costs

$1.8k

Leads to

$62.5k careers

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$37,730

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Is this a career path I'll enjoy?

Graduates of Penn Foster's Interior Design Associate Degree can pursue entry-level roles as interior designers or design assistants, working on residential or commercial projects. Starting salaries range from $35,000 to $50,000 annually, depending on location and experience.

What skills and credentials will I gain?

Credentials: Graduates earn an Associate of Science in Interior Design.
Courses of Interest:

  • Residential Design
  • Color Theory
  • Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
Interior Design at Penn Foster

Admissions

   High school diploma or equivalency

At Penn Foster, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to receive a quality, affordable education. That’s why we created an open admissions policy that allows students to enroll in our online college, career school, or online high school at any time, from anywhere, and begin their lessons immediately. We have minimal admissions requirements, so there’s no waiting and no anxiety. Enrolling in a Penn Foster program is fast and easy. Get started on building a better future today.

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We accept applications and let you begin all year round!

Contact

Who do I contact?

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