About the course

The Graduate Program of Design is a multidisciplinary program comprised of four formal tracks, one of which is Interior Design. Graduate study in interior design emphasizes the theory, research, and specialized practice components of design as applied to people’s health, safety, and welfare in the interior environment, including culture, sustainability, and issues facing design education. Advances in theoretical knowledge and study of the interactions of humans in interior environments prepare students for teaching and research positions as well as design specializations within the profession. Focusing on Interior Design research issues during your graduate work will deepen your knowledge of the relationships between people and the built environment. Coursework and research experiences combine to further your understanding of how interior spaces support or hinder people’s physical, social, or psychological needs by contributing to their health, safety, and welfare. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: US$59,160

Intake	Location
Fall (October), 2024	Minneapolis
Fall (October), 2025	Minneapolis

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

A prior degree in interior design or architechture is required for admission to study interior design at the graduate level. At the graduate level, students prepare for positions in teaching and research. Please note that experience in interior design practice is also desired.

　　Personal Statement of Academic Goals (1-2 pages) You should also identify a minimum of two faculty members whose research interests align with your own.

　　Diversity Statement (1 page or longer if applying for the DOVE)

　　Unofficial transcripts from ALL colleges and universities which you have attended, including any transfer coursework.

　　Three (3) Letters of Recommendation Requests for letters should be made via the online application system at least one month before the deadline to ensure that they are received in time. You can make the requests as soon as you begin your application and prior to submitting it. Your recommenders will submit their letters to the online system. You do not need to wait for the letters to appear in your application in order to submit it. Your recommenders should complete the one page recommendation form and submit their 1-2 page recommendation letter as instructed.

　　GRE -- Graduate Record Examination scores are waived for all Fall 2021 applicants.

　　TOEFL iBT - 79 total score

　　IELTS - 6.5 total score

　　Total Paper Based Test - 550

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　The next application deadline is 01 November 2024

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