Interior Design Schools in Santa Barbara, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA

#1

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Barbara, CA 2.1 miles away BOC Score 56.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 832
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Ventura College

Ventura, CA 29.6 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 1,192

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Ventura Adult and Continuing Education

Ventura, CA 31 miles away BOC Score 77.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 46

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Moorpark College

Moorpark, CA 51.2 miles away BOC Score 65.2
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 715

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Allan Hancock College

Santa Maria, CA 53.5 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 2,518
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Pepperdine University

Malibu, CA 63.8 miles away BOC Score 72.9
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 11
  • Online programs available

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#7

College of the Canyons

Santa Clarita, CA 65.7 miles away BOC Score 60.9
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  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 1,572

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

California Institute of the Arts

Valencia, CA 65.8 miles away BOC Score 38.8
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 186

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#9

Los Angeles Pierce College

Woodland Hills, CA 67.3 miles away BOC Score 44.6
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 782

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#10

California State University-Northridge

Northridge, CA 69.3 miles away BOC Score 75.1
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  • In-state tuition: $7,458
  • Out-of-state tuition: $20,058
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  • Admission rate: 93%
  • Graduation rate: 57%
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 1,372
  • 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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