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Interior Design
Experiences in Interior Design

The interior design major prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed for careers across all areas of the field, including residential and commercial interior design. The program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), the recognized accrediting agency for the discipline in the United States and Canada. Students learn to develop and communicate design concepts, solve design challenges, and present solutions professionally. The curriculum covers essential topics, such as color theory, design history, hand and computer drafting, space planning, selection of interior finishes, building codes, and interior lighting. Graduates are academically prepared to take the NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) examination, which must be passed to register as an interior designer in Texas and many other states. Student organizations, scholarships, and internships are included in the program experience.
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First Year
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with a First Year Advisor to develop your academic planning.
Familiarize yourself with the proficiency portfolio review (ID 2000) to be sure to meet program requirements.
Explore majors with a MyMajors assessment.
Take advantage of the Student Learning Assistance Center (Tutoring).
Visit TXST One Stop for scholarship opportunities.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Review your degree plan for course options that include the Service-Learning Excellence program.
Build social networks by joining the Nineteen Eighty-Eight, Texas State's exclusive interior design student organization.
Attend Education Abroad and Study in America information sessions to plan a future opportunity to have a global or intercultural experience.
Find additional events and organizations through the Bobcat Organization HUB.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Explore the TXST One Stop for more information about the scholarships provided to new and continuing students.
Attend an IDEA Center workshop to learn more about undergraduate research.
Visit BOSS for scholarship opportunities.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Create and review your LinkedIn profile to establish your professional network.
Create a Handshake account for present or future job searches.
Complete your Career Assessments, such as Focus2.
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Middle Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with the Applied Arts Advising Center for questions about the major.
Seek scholarship opportunities offered by the College of Applied Arts.
Explore external scholarship opportunities such as the Fulbright Scholarship to take your expertise to unique locations abroad.
Share your knowledge as a Peer Mentor or Tutor at SLAC.
Meet with a faculty mentor to select an undergraduate research opportunity.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Consider study abroad options including faculty-led, exchange, virtual, and short-term affiliated programs which are available through Education Abroad.
Discover Global Online Learning Experiences for courses with culturally dynamic perspectives.
Participate in The Big Event to give back to the regional community.
Expand your leadership skills through Student Involvement’s Leadership & Service programming and workshops.
Attend a Student Government Senate meeting to contribute to your fellow students and your own student experience.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Familiarize yourself with the interior design internship guidelines before participating.
Review micro internship opportunities for professional development in which you learn and earn.
Participate in a Leadership activity or hold a leadership role in a student organization through Student Involvement.
Learn about Global Career Accelerator options that give you experience with global companies and in-demand tech skills.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Develop and review your resume with Career Services.
Build Career & Graduate School Fairs into your schedule to ensure your connection maximum opportunities.
Join Employer Information Sessions at Career Services or your department.
Prepare to ace your job interviews with Career Services.
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Final Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Check your Degree Audit and meet with your academic advisor.
Complete an internship course (ID 4301).
Explore next steps including potential Graduate Programs.
Complement your degree with a Micro credential.
Meet with a faculty mentor or peer advisor.
Create a digital portfolio of academic work and experiences.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Seek out a leadership role with the Leadership & Service.
Select a Service activity through Student Involvement to give back to the area community.
Attend a Student Government Senate meeting to contribute to your fellow students and your own student experience.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Join a professional organization in your major or passion.
Deliver a presentation in a student conference, workshop, seminar or community organization.
Learn about Global Career Accelerator options that give you experience with global companies and in-demand tech skills.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Develop a full-time employment or graduate school plan with Career Services.
Attend Employer Information Sessions at Career Services or your department.
Complete your First Destination Survey to share your post-graduation plans.
Identify faculty and professional references.
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Career Opportunities
- Residential interior designer
- Commercial interior designer
- Hospitality designer
- Sustainable designer
- Kitchen and bath designer
- Lighting consultant
- Furniture designer
- Home builder/contractor
- Preservation designer
- Universal design specialist