Interior Design Schools in National City, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in National City, California. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Interior Design Schools Near National City, CA

#1

Newschool of Architecture and Design

San Diego, CA 4.6 miles away BOC Score 50.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 31
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

San Diego City College

San Diego, CA 4.9 miles away BOC Score 42.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,146
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,002
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 28%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 572
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Southwestern College

Chula Vista, CA 6 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,528
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

San Diego Mesa College

San Diego, CA 10.5 miles away BOC Score 57.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,146
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,002
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 34%
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 473
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Cuyamaca College

El Cajon, CA 10.7 miles away BOC Score 45.7
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  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 158
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Grossmont College

El Cajon, CA 11.7 miles away BOC Score 58.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,332
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,628
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 34%
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 584
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Design Institute of San Diego

San Diego, CA 15.4 miles away BOC Score 27.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 30
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

University of California-San Diego

La Jolla, CA 16.7 miles away BOC Score 92.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $16,758
  • Out-of-state tuition: $50,958
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 27%
  • Graduation rate: 87%
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 549
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Escondido Adult School

Escondido, CA 32.2 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 349

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#10

Palomar College

San Marcos, CA 33.9 miles away BOC Score 55.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 74
  • Annual completions: 1,721
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

California Interior Design Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $80,230 $38.57 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $67,190 $32.31 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 27-1025 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CIDA accreditation status (affects NCIDQ eligibility)
  • Software training (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Adobe Suite)
  • Portfolio development and critique process
  • NCIDQ exam preparation pathway
  • State title or practice act requirements

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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