Interior Design Schools in Chattanooga, TN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 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 Chattanooga, TN

#1

Chattanooga State Community College

Chattanooga, TN 2.4 miles away BOC Score 48.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,772
  • Out-of-state tuition: $17,756
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 24%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 411
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN 3.1 miles away BOC Score 54.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 675
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Northeast Alabama Community College

Rainsville, AL 51.5 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 636

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

Rome, GA 58.3 miles away BOC Score 53.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 113
  • Annual completions: 4,534
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville

Shelbyville, TN 72.3 miles away BOC Score 68.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 522

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College

Huntsville, AL 77.7 miles away BOC Score 28.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 329

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Young Harris College

Young Harris, GA 79.9 miles away BOC Score 35.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $32,305
  • Out-of-state tuition: $32,305
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 63%
  • Graduation rate: 44%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 16
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, GA 80.5 miles away BOC Score 58.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 2,347
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, GA 80.6 miles away BOC Score 48.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 558
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, TN 82.7 miles away BOC Score 56.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 1,866
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Tennessee Interior Design Salary Snapshot

Tennessee
Tennessee Median Pay $63,660 $30.61 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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