Interior Design Schools in Hartford, CT

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Hartford, Connecticut. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Interior Design Schools Near Hartford, CT

#1

Connecticut State Community College

New Britain, CT 0.6 miles away BOC Score 47.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 116
  • Annual completions: 2,580
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Bay Path University

Longmeadow, MA 20.7 miles away BOC Score 57.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 114
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

University of Connecticut

Storrs, CT 22.6 miles away BOC Score 78.2
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  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 421
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Yale University

New Haven, CT 33.9 miles away BOC Score 75.9
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 135

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#5

University of New Haven

West Haven, CT 35.8 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 1,574
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

University of Massachusetts-Amherst

Amherst, MA 43.7 miles away BOC Score 79.0
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  • 374 Whitmore Building 181 Presidents Drive Amherst, MA 01003
  • (413) 545-0111
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 795
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Bard College at Simon's Rock

Great Barrington, MA 46.9 miles away BOC Score 59.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3

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#8

University of Bridgeport

Bridgeport, CT 49.2 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 239
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Fairfield University

Fairfield, CT 51.4 miles away BOC Score 74.7
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 236
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Berkshire Community College

Pittsfield, MA 57.8 miles away BOC Score 34.8
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 49

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Connecticut Interior Design Salary Snapshot

Connecticut
Connecticut Median Pay $67,330 $32.37 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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