BFA Interior Architecture at George Washington University

Programme overview

Push the boundaries of design while conceptualizing three-dimensional spaces in George Washington University’s Interior Architecture program. We offer students a unique opportunity to study, learn, and create within a creative environment at a major research university. Students learn to design three-dimensional spaces through the use of dynamic concepts, cutting-edge materials, and innovative methods and techniques. Students benefit from our Washington, DC, location; the program has access to exhibits, trade shows, lectures, and renowned architects and designers, as well as connections for internships and practicum opportunities.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Interior Architecture | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Undergraduate Programs.

Career pathways

In DC alone, the creative sector includes more than 75,000 jobs generating five billion dollars annually across the design, media, and other creative/artistic fields, with career possibilities always growing. Graduates of our program have careers at Waldo's Designs, Deborah Berke Partners, Mark Cunningham Inc., Freelance Space Planning & Design, Washington Workplace, and establish their own practi

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level admission (applies to all majors): For information about the admission process, including deadlines, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website. Applications can be submitted via the Common Application. For questions visit undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/contact-us.

USD 72,000 a year (2026-27). Full-time main campus undergraduate tuition for students entering in 2026-27 in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, Elliott School, Milken Institute School of Public Health or School of Engineering and Applied Science (12-18 cr Source

First-year students enter in the fall semester; transfer applications are accepted for fall and spring admission.

Early Decision I deadline is November 1 and Early Decision II is January 5 (both binding); the Regular Decision deadline is January 5. Applications use the Common Application. Transfer applications are due April 15 for fall and October 1 for spring. Testing is optional (SAT or ACT), except for BA/MD, homeschooled and narrative-evaluation applicants. BFA applicants (except Interior Architecture) submit a portfolio of 10 to 15 works through SlideRoom. The application fee is $80.

International applicants whose first language is not English submit TOEFL (minimum 90), IELTS (minimum 6.5) or PTE Academic scores.

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/

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