Overview

The Interior Design M.F.A. at Georgia State University offers a rigorous academic environment that blends traditional design competencies with innovative research. This NASAD-accredited programme encourages students to explore diverse media and visual representation through a multidisciplinary lens. Candidates engage deeply with contemporary interiors practice while benefiting from the university's extensive artistic resources.

Why Interior Design at Georgia State University?

The programme is housed within the Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design, featuring an internationally active faculty and a curriculum that fosters critical thinking. Students have access to unique funding opportunities, including the competitive Welch Fellowship which provides monthly stipends. The school provides specialised facilities such as CAD labs, 3D maker spaces, and materials resource labs to support technical and creative growth. Furthermore, the Atlanta location offers proximity to major global design firms, enhancing the professional context of the studies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 16651 per semester
National fee: USD 16180 per semester
Local fee: USD 4895 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of 72 semester hours, culminating in a written research thesis and a final exhibition. Modules may include:

Pedagogy
Teaching Practicum
Professional Practices
Thesis Writing
Graduate Studio
Design Seminars
Design Practice
Art History

Careers with Interior Design

Graduates are prepared for high-level roles as professional practitioners, educators, and design entrepreneurs. The programme's strong industry links are evidenced by alumni employment at prestigious firms such as Gensler, Perkins & Will, HOK, Nelson Worldwide, and Hirsch Bedner Associates. Beyond traditional interior design roles, the degree supports career paths in exhibition design, set fabrication, and creative direction within advertising or marketing firms. The integration of graduate assistantships ensures students gain practical experience in teaching or research, further enhancing their employability in the global design sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pedagogy
Teaching Practicum
Professional Practices
Thesis Writing
Graduate Studio/Design Seminars
Graduate Studio/Design Practice
Art History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for the M.F.A. degree must submit the following items:

Three letters of recommendation: No form is required.
Statement of purpose: A one-to-two-pages describing academic interests, proposed area of specialization and long-range career goals.
Portfolio: A successful application portfolio demonstrates creativity and commitment in a cohesive body of work.
Unofficial transcript from all other schools that you have attended for your application. If accepted, you will be required to submit one official transcript from each school.
A curriculum vitae (CV).
The online portion of the application (physical applications are not accepted).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

33302 USD / year

≈ 33302 USD / year
Out-of-State

32360 USD / year

≈ 32360 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9790 USD / year

≈ 9790 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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