Interior Design Schools in Franklin, TN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Franklin, Tennessee. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Interior Design Schools Near Franklin, TN

#1

Lipscomb University

Nashville, TN 13 miles away BOC Score 62.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 119
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Nashville State Community College

Nashville, TN 14.8 miles away BOC Score 39.5
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 440
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Belmont University

Nashville, TN 15.1 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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  • In-state tuition: $42,540
  • Out-of-state tuition: $42,540
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  • Admission rate: 95%
  • Graduation rate: 71%
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 351
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville

Nashville, TN 17.2 miles away BOC Score 56.6
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 925

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro, TN 25.2 miles away BOC Score 66.6
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 732

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson

Dickson, TN 27.5 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 798

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, TN 28 miles away BOC Score 56.4
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  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 1,866
  • Online programs available

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#8

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville

Shelbyville, TN 38.6 miles away BOC Score 68.0
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 522

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#9

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hohenwald

Hohenwald, TN 48 miles away BOC Score 50.1
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 485

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#10

J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College

Huntsville, AL 81.1 miles away BOC Score 28.9
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 329

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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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