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Bachelor of Interior Architecture

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What will I learn?

The Bachelor of Interior Architecture (BIA) is an 8 semester professional degree accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation that prepares you to become a certified interior designer who understands the expanded role of the field in today's economy, culture, and technology.

Wide-Ranging Curriculum

  • Build your design and creative abilities in a core studio learning sequence, supported by drawing and software courses.
  • Study building systems to understand what is practical, and study design history and theory to explore what is possible.
  • Liberal education employs the arts, humanities, and sciences to explore our place in the world.
  • The BAC partners with over 350 design firms, community projects, and more so you can work while you study.
  • In your final year, youll complete a project exploring your personal design values and methods.

Career Options

The BIA is your first step toward becoming an NCIDQ-certified interior designer. While pursuing your certification requires additional years of education and real-world practice, you are also prepared for a variety of careers with just your BIA, such as:

  • Residential design
  • Commercial design
  • Space planning

Which department am I in?

School of Interior Architecture

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$27,470.00 per year
Per Semester: Fall 2024, Spring 2025 USD $13,735 (12-18 Credits); Per Semester: Summer 2024 USD $960 (Per 1.0 Credit). Given fee is for 2024 – 2025 and it may be subject to change in future.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

January 2025

Venue

School of Interior Architecture

320 Newbury Street,

BOSTON,

Massachusetts,

2115, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

International students who hold a U.S. high school diploma or the equivalency of a U.S. high school diploma (completion of secondary education) OR International students who are currently studying at a community college or another college or university and wish to transfer to the BAC.

English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL 79, Computer-based TOEFL 213; Paper-based TOEFL 550; IELTS 6.5; PTE Academic 53; CAE 180 (Minimum score of 180 in each skill); Duolingo 125, KTE 478.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Boston Architectural College

BAC features a unique student body, with 91% of students in employment and gaining professional experience whilst attending.

  • Located in the heart of Boston
  • Largest private college in New England for spatial design
  • Diverse student population
  • Ranks fourth in the USA for architecture schools (Niche, 2024)

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