Interior Design Schools

Interior design admissions and portfolios

Many interior design programs ask applicants for a portfolio, but requirements differ by school, level and state. Always follow the school’s own instructions.

What verified programs publish

  • 39

    Portfolio required

  • 8

    Portfolio optional

  • 11

    No portfolio required

  • 452

    Portfolio requirement not confirmed

“Not confirmed” means the school’s page did not state a policy when we checked; it does not mean no portfolio is needed. Counts cover the 510 programs verified so far.

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