Interior Design Schools in Carbondale, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Carbondale, Illinois. 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 Carbondale, IL

#1

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

Carbondale, IL 0.7 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 599
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau, MO 32.5 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 410
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Rend Lake College

Ina, IL 32.7 miles away BOC Score 45.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,101

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Paducah, KY 55.5 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 3,263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts

Saint Louis, MO 82.3 miles away BOC Score 36.2
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 20

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Murray State University

Murray, KY 91.3 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 435
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

University of Evansville

Evansville, IN 93.9 miles away BOC Score 63.7
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  • In-state tuition: $44,172
  • Out-of-state tuition: $44,172
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  • Admission rate: 78%
  • Graduation rate: 68%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 81
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Maryville University of Saint Louis

Saint Louis, MO 94.4 miles away BOC Score 64.7
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  • 650 Maryville University Drive Saint Louis, MO 63141-7299
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 570
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Saint Louis Community College

Bridgeton, MO 96.6 miles away BOC Score 34.3
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  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 1,025
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Lewis and Clark Community College

Godfrey, IL 99.8 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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  • In-state tuition: $4,340
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,840
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 1,002

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Interior Design Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $76,290 $36.68 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

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