Interior Design Schools in Cape Girardeau, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. 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 Cape Girardeau, MO

#1

Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau, MO 1.8 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 410
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

Carbondale, IL 33.3 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 599
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Paducah, KY 52.7 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 3,263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Rend Lake College

Ina, IL 66.5 miles away BOC Score 45.9
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,101

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#5

Murray State University

Murray, KY 83.6 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 435
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest

Newbern, TN 84 miles away BOC Score 52.8
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 989

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#7

Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts

Saint Louis, MO 97.8 miles away BOC Score 36.2
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 20

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Missouri Interior Design Salary Snapshot

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $59,610 $28.66 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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