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Interior Design Schools in Iowa

Updated October 10, 2026

Compare Interior Design programs across Iowa.

Use the city links below to view nearby schools and training formats. Availability and requirements can differ by provider.

Interior Design schools

#1

Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, IA In-state option BOC Score 50.0

Des Moines Area Community College is a Public, 2-year in Ankeny, IA serving about 10,446 students and accredited by Higher Learning Commission. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across IA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,790
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,690
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 39%
  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 3,544
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#2

Dordt University

Sioux Center, IA In-state option BOC Score 62.0

Dordt University is a Private nonprofit, 4-year in Sioux Center, IA serving about 1,597 students and accredited by Higher Learning Commission. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across IA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $37,050
  • Out-of-state tuition: $37,050
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 68%
  • Graduation rate: 70%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 41
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#3

Iowa State University

Ames, IA In-state option BOC Score 76.9

Iowa State University is a Public, 4-year in Ames, IA serving about 25,367 students and accredited by Higher Learning Commission. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across IA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $10,787
  • Out-of-state tuition: $28,881
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 89%
  • Graduation rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 1,160
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#4

Iowa Western Community College

Council Bluffs, IA In-state option BOC Score 48.3

Iowa Western Community College is a Public, 2-year in Council Bluffs, IA serving about 2,916 students and accredited by Higher Learning Commission. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across IA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,930
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,080
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 716
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#5

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA In-state option BOC Score 73.5

University of Iowa is a Public, 4-year in Iowa City, IA serving about 22,264 students and accredited by Higher Learning Commission. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across IA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $11,283
  • Out-of-state tuition: $33,371
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 84%
  • Graduation rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 784
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#6

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, IA In-state option BOC Score 56.3

Kirkwood Community College is a Public, 2-year in Cedar Rapids, IA serving about 7,591 students and accredited by Higher Learning Commission. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across IA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,176
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,220
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,180
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#7

University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, IA In-state option BOC Score 68.9

University of Northern Iowa is a Public, 4-year in Cedar Falls, IA serving about 7,529 students and accredited by Higher Learning Commission. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across IA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,936
  • Out-of-state tuition: $21,712
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 93%
  • Graduation rate: 68%
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 190
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#8

Northeast Iowa Community College

Calmar, IA In-state option BOC Score 56.6

Northeast Iowa Community College is a Public, 2-year in Calmar, IA serving about 1,697 students and accredited by Higher Learning Commission. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across IA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,780
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,770
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 51%
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 285
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

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  • Credential: certificate, diploma, or degree options (varies by school)

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