NOVA Transfer Students (B.A.)
Did you know that nearly half of all Marymount Interior Architecture + Design graduates began their undergraduate studies at another institution?
Marymount’s Interior Architecture + Design (IAD) department and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions are committed to supporting a smooth transfer process for Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) students.
- The information below is specifically for NOVA students interested in completing a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture + Design at Marymount University.
- If you already hold a bachelor’s degree, you can learn more about transferring credit toward our First-Professional Master’s in Interior Architecture + Design here.
Transfer Scholarships
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) students transferring to Marymount are eligible for a variety of scholarships, grants, and other financial aid opportunities. To explore your options, connect with our Transfer Admissions team.
Four-year Pathway
MU and NOVA have worked together to develop a four-year suggested transfer pathway.
- Download the Four-Year Transfer Pathway Advising Sheet
- Questions about the NOVA portion of this pathway should be directed to Kris Winner, Program Head at Northern Virginia Community College.
- Questions about the Marymount portion of this pathway should be directed to Professor Jessica Bonness, IAD Program Director at Marymount University.
Placement Portfolio Requirement
If you are transferring Interior Architecture + Design coursework from another institution, you may be asked to submit a placement portfolio. This portfolio helps us assess your readiness for Marymount’s design curriculum and determine appropriate course placement.
Details on transfer credit evaluation and portfolio expectations are provided at the bottom of this page.
How to Submit Your Portfolio
All portfolios must be submitted digitally:
- Upload your materials using this form.
- After submitting, please email Prof. Jessica Bonness to schedule a transfer advising appointment.
Portfolio Deadlines
To be considered for transfer credit in time for enrollment, please submit your portfolio by the following deadlines:
- Fall start: August 1
- Spring start: December 1
Course Articulations for Transfer Credit
Marymount University accepts undergraduate transfer credit for courses completed with a grade of C or higher. For IAD coursework, a placement portfolio may also be required to receive credit for specific design studio or technical courses.
A course-by-course articulation grid is provided below to help you determine how your previous coursework may transfer.
| NOVA Course / Title | MU Equivalent Course | Transfer Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| IDS 100 Theory & Techniques of ID |
ID-102 Foundation Studio I |
Portfolio and grade of B- or higher |
| IDS 105 Arch Drafting for ID |
ID-121 Freehand Drafting |
Portfolio and grade of B- or higher |
| IDS 106 3D Drawing & Rendering |
ID-122 Sketching and Rendering for Ideas |
Portfolio and grade of B- or higher |
| IDS 109 Styles of Furniture |
ID-350 History of Interior Design I |
Grade of C or higher |
| IDS 205 Materials & Sources |
ID-231 Textiles and Finish Materials |
Grade of C or higher |
| IDS 215 Theory & Research Commercial Design |
ID-203 Foundation Studio II |
Portfolio and grade of B- or higher |
| IDS 221 Designing Commercial Interiors I |
ID-204 Foundation Studio III |
Portfolio and grade of B- or higher |
| IDS 225 Business Procedures |
ID-101 Intro to Interior Design |
Grade of C or higher |
| ART 131 -OR- ART 132 Fund of Design I/II |
VIS-111 Intro to Color and Design |
Grade of C or higher |
| ART 140 Intro to Graphic Skills |
VIS-121 Intro to Digital Tools |
Grade of C or higher |
| ART 102 History and Appreciation of Art II |
AH-102 Intro to Art History II |
Grade of C or higher |
