Interior Design (M.A.)
Marymount’s Master of Arts in Interior Design program is designed for advanced positions in the Interior Design spaces by focusing on the most in-demand and practical knowledge, skills, and abilities related to Interior Design Practices. MU offers two program tracks for budding interior designers and professionals. Our coursework will offer the skills you need to make your mark on the world!
We pride ourselves on ensuring that all of our degree candidates receive hands-on mentorship and attention as they pursue their research and help them shape their career goals.
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Marymount University’s First-Professional M.A. in Interior Design
The First-Professional M.A. in Interior Design is for those with a baccalaureate degree not in interior design or architecture. This program is perfect for creative individuals who are unsatisfied with their current career or career prospects. Upon completion of this program, graduates are equipped to go straight into the interior design workforce with the software skills and problem-solving techniques needed to succeed in a variety of practice areas.
- Accredited by CIDA
- 66 credits (3 years)
- Part-time or Full-time options
- Located in Arlington, Virginia, minutes from Washington DC.
Students in this program benefit from:
- Rigorous studio projects that prepare students to face a demanding job market.
- A diverse course selection that offers both breadth and depth of learning.
- An expert faculty with industry connections.
- Small class sizes that maximize personal attention.
Marymount University’s Post-Professional M.A. in Interior Design
The Post-Professional M.A. in Interior Design is for those with a baccalaureate degree in interior design or architecture. This program is perfect for creative individuals who would like to expand their knowledge in areas related to evidence-based design research, design education, professional practice, digital technology, intrapreneurship, or business leadership. Upon completion of this program, graduates are equipped to go straight into the interior design workforce with the software skills and problem-solving techniques needed to succeed in a variety of practice areas.
- 30 credits (1 year)
- Part-time and Full-time options
- Located in Arlington, Virginia, minutes from Washington DC.
- This degree is not accredited by CIDA
Interior Design Jobs, Salary, and Career Outlook
The career outlook for interior design professionals is bright. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for interior designers in May 2019 was $56,040. The highest 10 percent earned more than $96,470.
Marymount’s Interior Design alumni are currently employed at 4 of the 5 of the top interior design firms in the country; many of these firms have offices in the DC Metro area!
Obtaining a master’s degree in interior design prepares you to work in these kinds of roles:
- Office Design
- Healthcare Design
- Restaurant or Retail Design
- Residential Design
