Columbia College Chicago

Columbia College Chicago's Interior Architecture program offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree, providing students with the skills and professional portfolio to design interior spaces. The curriculum integrates manual and digital work, blending conceptual understanding with practical application. Students engage in studio-focused learning, developing solutions for various project types and fostering an understanding of their professional future. The program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and prepares graduates for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam. Emphasizing human-centered design, the program explores critical cultural, social, and environmental issues, examining space as a site of identity, power, and transformation. Students gain hands-on experience in research, materials, construction, lighting, building codes, drafting, and documentation, complemented by integrated internships for real-world exposure and professional networking. Graduates are prepared for entry-level design positions.