Interior Design Schools in Richmond, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare interior design programs in Richmond, Virginia. 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 Richmond, VA

#1

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, VA 1.9 miles away BOC Score 65.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 1,386
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Richmond, VA 2.3 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 793
  • Online programs available

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#3

Brightpoint Community College

Chester, VA 13.2 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 706
  • Online programs available

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#4

Rappahannock Community College

Glenns, VA 47.3 miles away BOC Score 50.3
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 474
  • Online programs available

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#5

Germanna Community College

Locust Grove, VA 56.6 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 761
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Virginia Peninsula Community College

Hampton, VA 66.4 miles away BOC Score 39.2
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 410
  • Online programs available

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#7

College of Southern Maryland

La Plata, MD 75.5 miles away BOC Score 53.7
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 603
  • Online programs available

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#8

Tidewater Community College

Norfolk, VA 80.4 miles away BOC Score 36.7
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 2,499
  • Online programs available

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#9

ECPI University

Virginia Beach, VA 85.7 miles away BOC Score 55.5
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 4,273
  • Online programs available

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#10

Northern Virginia Community College

Annandale, VA 91.2 miles away BOC Score 62.5
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  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 3,939
  • Online programs available

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Virginia Interior Design Salary Snapshot

Virginia
Virginia Median Pay $62,560 $30.08 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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