Interior Design (ID-BFA-KE), B.F.A.

Location(s): Kendall College of Art & Design

Bachelor of Fine Arts

The Interior Design major is one of the oldest established majors at Kendall, with a continual high professional placement record among its alumni. The program has been accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) since the early 70s. CIDA is the only accrediting body for interior design education in the United States and Canada. Students focus on creative problem solving to enhance the function and aesthetic quality of interior environments and study universal and sustainable design principles in residential and commercial projects. Their work is comprehensive, incorporating design, drawing, art history, general education, technical skills and interior design knowledge. The interior design faculty members are practioners as well as educators and believe that the broad cultural aspects of education and the specialized content unique to interior design are essential to a well-educated student and professional. Kendall College of Art and Design is located in the heart of contract furniture. In addition to coursework, students gain knowledge of the profession through field trips, internships, and other educational experiences in furniture companies, interior design firms, and architecture firms.

Admission Requirements

New Student Admission Requirements

2.50 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
ACT/SAT test scores are NOT currently required for admissions consideration to KCAD. However, some Woodbridge N. Ferris Scholarship levels may require test scores be submitted to be awarded at certain levels.
Portfolio Requirement: Your portfolio should include 8-10 pieces of your best, most recent work that reflect your interests and creative potential. This collection of work could include 2D or 3D artwork, such as drawings, paintings, design, photography, sketches, animation, typography, videos, collages, ceramics, sculpture, sewn garments or other forms of creativity.

Transfer Student Admission Requirements

2.50 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)

University General Education Requirements - 30 Credits Required

KCHU 120 - Writing Credit Hours: 3
KCHU 255 - Introduction to Narrative Studies Credit Hours: 3
KCSS 229 - Introduction to Cultural Studies Credit Hours: 3
KCHU 228 - Philosophy Credit Hours: 3

Choose one of the following:

KCSC 240 - Perspectives on Science Credit Hours: 3
KCSC 231 - Math in Art and Design Credit Hours: 3
KCSC - Math/Science Elective Credit Hours: 3

Pathways:

Select one:

Narrative Studies (NR)
Cultural Studies (CS)
Philosophical Studies (PL)

At least (3) courses will be taken within the selected Pathway. Recommended at the 200-level or higher

Four NR/CS/PL Credit Hours: 3
Choose 1 of 3
KCHU 460 - Capstone in Narrative Studies Credit Hours: 3
or
KCHU 461 - Capstone in Philosophical Studies Credit Hours: 3
or
KCSS 460 - Capstone in Cultural Studies Credit Hours: 3

Minor: (Optional) 15 Credit Hours

College Requirements

Supportive Studio 21 Credit Hours

KCFN 113 - Color: Apply Credit Hours: 3
KCFN 116 - Design: Image Credit Hours: 3
KCFN 117 - Making: Objects Credit Hours: 3
or
KCFN 118 - Making: Product Credit Hours: 3
KCFN 133 - Drawing: Learn Credit Hours: 3
KCFN 134 - Drawing: Practice Credit Hours: 3
KCDC 216 - Dialogue and Personality Credit Hours: 3
KC__ ___ Upper Level Collaborative Design class Credit Hours: 3
or
KC__ ___ Industry Experience (Internship) Credit Hours: 3

Art History 12 Credit Hours

KCAH 101 - Global Art I: Prehistory - 14th Century Credit Hours: 3
KCAH 102 - Global Art II: 15th Century - Present Credit Hours: 3
KCAH 212 - History of Modern Design Credit Hours: 3
KCAH - Art History Elective Credit Hours: 3

Major Studio 45 Credit Hours

KCID 100 - Drafting Basics Credit Hours: 3
KCID 125 - Principles of Interior Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 130 - Essentials of Interior Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 235 - Workplace Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 240 - Architectural Materials Credit Hours: 3
KCID 250 - Retail Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 255 - Textiles and Furniture Credit Hours: 3
KCID 260 - Residential Construction Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 315 - Interior Design Business Practices Credit Hours: 3
KCID 325 - Hospitality Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 350 - Advanced Workplace Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 408 - Communication and Presentation Credit Hours: 3
KCID 425 - Commerical Interior Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 470 - Emerging Market Design Credit Hours: 3
KCID 475 - Global Issues in Interior Design Credit Hours: 3

Electives 12 Credit Hours

Graduation Requirements

Complete 120 semester credit hours.
Complete a studio major program of study (at least half of the major credits must be in residence at KCAD).
Complete all Supportive, Art History and General Education requirements.
Complete a minimum of 30 semester hours in residence at KCAD.
Earn a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher, and a minimum GPA of 2.25 in the major studio core (studio electives exempted).
Submit a digital image of senior level work.
Be in good standing with the College.