This rigorous, professional degree develops ?practice ready? graduates who become contributing members of a global market with a spirit of service and commitment to sustainable design practices. St. Louis? large interior design community, which includes some of the top firms in the country, provides access to internships, professional adjunct faculty, guest critics, field trips and significant employment opportunities.

Throughout your studies at , you can expect a student-centered, academically rigorous and market-relevant education focused on your personal and career and goals.

• Expert faculty members are passionate about mentoring and helping each student identify a strong career path.
• Professional connections are emphasized in learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
• We are committed to a technology-forward learning environment.
• Maryville continually updates curriculums with input from business and professional leaders to keep pace with the needs of employers.

Interior designers make interior spaces functional, safe and beautiful by determining space requirements, selecting colors, lighting and other materials. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual pay in 2012 for interior designers with a bachelor?s degree and no related experience was $47,600. The job outlook through 2022 is expected to rise 15 percent.