Interior Design Schools in Sarasota, FL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Sarasota, Florida. 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 Sarasota, FL

#1

Suncoast Technical College

Sarasota, FL 4.7 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 51%
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 1,238
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Ringling College of Art and Design

Sarasota, FL 9.5 miles away BOC Score 42.6
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 242

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Manatee Technical College

Bradenton, FL 11.2 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 1,271

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#4

Eckerd College

Saint Petersburg, FL 27.3 miles away BOC Score 38.7
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 12

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#5

St Petersburg College

St. Petersburg, FL 29.8 miles away BOC Score 74.6
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  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 2,563
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Pinellas Technical College-St. Petersburg

Saint Petersburg, FL 30.3 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 1,040
  • Online programs available

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#7

Hillsborough Community College

Tampa, FL 41.5 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,075
  • Online programs available

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#8

Erwin Technical College

Tampa, FL 45.9 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 634

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#9

Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater

Clearwater, FL 46.1 miles away BOC Score 43.4
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 749
  • Online programs available

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#10

Florida Southern College

Lakeland, FL 59.8 miles away BOC Score 55.7
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 68
  • Online programs available

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Florida Interior Design Salary Snapshot

Florida
Florida Median Pay $60,860 $29.26 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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