Interior Design Schools in Rio Rancho, NM

Updated January 10, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. City population is roughly 96,028 (estimate; varies by source and year). Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Interior Design Schools Near Rio Rancho, NM

#1

Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute

Albuquerque, NM 8 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,095
  • Out-of-state tuition: $1,095
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#2

University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Albuquerque, NM 14.3 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $8,115
  • Out-of-state tuition: $26,450
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#3

University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus

Los Lunas, NM 38.6 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,878
  • Out-of-state tuition: $5,130
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

New Mexico Interior Design Salary Snapshot

New Mexico
New Mexico Median Pay $50,400 $24.23 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $63,490 $30.52 per hour
Data Year: 2024 SOC: 27-1025 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Schedule options (day/evening/weekend) and expected weekly time commitment
  • Hands-on requirements (labs, shop time, clinicals, externships) and how competencies are evaluated
  • Total cost breakdown (tuition, fees, supplies, exams) in writing
  • Credential outcome (certificate/diploma/associate) and what it’s designed to prepare you for
  • Licensing or certification steps in New Mexico (requirements can vary)

Next Steps

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