The MS in Interior Architecture is a 49- or 69-credit graduate program accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) that is structured to meet the needs of students from non-design, design and architecture backgrounds. This is ideal for students seeking one of the best professional-level educations in interior design/interior architecture, and the program offers up to one year of advanced standing for those already in the field who are interested in refining their knowledge and skills at the graduate level. This program prepares students to reach their full potential, whether seeking an introduction or building on previous experience.
As an Interior Architecture program, we emphasize how the interior environment encompasses all parts of the interior volume and acknowledges the intersection between architecture and interiors.
The curriculum integrates theory with the technical skills needed for practical application and immerses students in current technologies and sustainable practice as they work collaboratively and think critically to discover innovative solutions. Jefferson’s campus is positioned minutes from downtown, offering networking and employment opportunities within the city’s thriving architecture industry.
Program Highlights
In this variable length program, suitable for those without a design background and for those interested in bringing their knowledge and skills to a higher level, we integrate theory with the technical skills needed for excellence in practice. You will be immersed in the latest problem solving methodologies, current technologies for digital visual expression, and the integrated sustainable practices currently used by all professionals who contribute to the built environment. You will learn to work collaboratively and think critically to discover innovative solutions, and be prepared to work in firms in all areas of the profession.
Our campus is minutes from downtown and will give you access to abundant networking and employment opportunities.
An internship will give you hands-on experience for your career.
A faculty of practicing professionals provide you with insight and instruction in current practices.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
Expected May, October 2025
Start date
January 2025
Thomas Jefferson University - INTO USA
East Falls Campus,
4201 Henry Ave,
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania,
19144, United States
Degree Prerequisite: Applicants are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent upon evaluation of international transcripts prior to the start of the program.
GPA Requirement: A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is required.
TOEFL IBT & IBT Home Edition: 80 (no sub-score below 20)
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5 (no sub-score below 8)
IELTS: 6.5 (no sub-score below 6)
Duolingo Exam: 115
Pearson PTE Academic Exam: 53
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Thomas Jefferson University is where creativity meets STEM in an award-winning curriculum – for the needs of the next generation.
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