Interior Design Schools in Monroe, NC

Updated January 10, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Monroe, North Carolina. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. City population is roughly 34,818 (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 Monroe, NC

#2

Central Piedmont Community College

Charlotte, NC 21.2 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,792
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,936
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#10

University of North Carolina School of the Arts

Winston Salem, NC 76.2 miles away
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

North Carolina Interior Design Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $53,180 $25.57 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 North Carolina (requirements can vary)

Next Steps

Use ZIP search to widen your radius, then verify program details directly with each school.

If you’re still deciding, browsing a few related programs can help you compare timelines, costs, and training formats.

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