Interior Design Schools in Shelton, CT

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Shelton, Connecticut. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Interior Design Schools Near Shelton, CT

#1

University of New Haven

West Haven, CT 9.2 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 1,574
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Bridgeport

Bridgeport, CT 10.1 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 239
  • Online programs available

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#3

Yale University

New Haven, CT 11 miles away BOC Score 75.9
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 135

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Fairfield University

Fairfield, CT 11.9 miles away BOC Score 74.7
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 236
  • Online programs available

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#5

Suffolk County Community College

Selden, NY 32 miles away BOC Score 68.2
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 1,234
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

SUNY at Purchase College

Purchase, NY 34.4 miles away BOC Score 58.0
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 71
  • Online programs available

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#7

SUNY Westchester Community College

Valhalla, NY 37.6 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 656
  • Online programs available

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#8

Connecticut State Community College

New Britain, CT 40 miles away BOC Score 47.6
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  • Programs offered: 116
  • Annual completions: 2,580
  • Online programs available

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#9

Nassau Community College

Garden City, NY 46.3 miles away BOC Score 56.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 935

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#10

CUNY Queensborough Community College

Bayside, NY 49.8 miles away BOC Score 65.6
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 424
  • Online programs available

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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

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Interior Designer career guide

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