Founded in 1916, New York School of Interior Design has been leading the study of interior design for over a century. A private, nonprofit college focused exclusively on interior design, NYSID offers certificate, undergraduate, and graduate programs for students at all stages of their careers—whether they’re just becoming familiar with the discipline, considering a career change, or looking to deepen knowledge in a particular area. Consistently ranked one of the top interior design programs in the United States, students study both residential and commercial interior design, some with specialties in sustainable design, lighting, and healthcare interiors. NYSID students enjoy a small class size and sharp focus, a great deal of personal attention from dedicated faculty, and they go on to practice at the highest levels of the profession.
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MAJORS OFFERED:Basic Interior Design CertificateCertificate
Optional Online
Healthcare Interior DesignMasters Degree
Interior DesignAssociates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Lighting DesignMasters Degree
Sustainable Interior EnvironmentsMasters Degree
Optional Online
| FULL-TIME | |
| TUITION | $ 31,200 |
| MANDATORY FEES | 1,130 |
| BOOKS & SUPPLIES | 2,000 |
| ON-CAMPUS ROOM & BOARD | N/A |
| OFF-CAMPUS ROOM & BOARD | 23,400 |
| OTHER | 7,200 |
| AID CATEGORY | AVG PER RECIPIENT | 1st YR RECIPIENTS |
| INSTITUTIONAL AWARDS3 | $5,250 | 27% |
| FEDERAL/NATIONAL GRANTS | 4,850 | 40% |
| STATE & LOCAL GRANTS | 500 | 7% |
| FEDERAL STUDENT LOANS | 5,406 | 53% |
AVERAGE AMOUNT RECEIVED PER RECIPIENT: $15,984
60% OF FULL-TIME FRESHMEN RECEIVED AID
* Most recent financial aid data available
Acceptance Rate = The percentage of students admitted out of applications received in a given year.
UNDERGRADUATE FTE1 = 248
UNDERGRADUATE
| FULL-TIME | 124 |
| PART-TIME | 316 |
NOTE 1: "Full-Time Equivalent" is the common way to measure the relative size of colleges. This adjusts for differences in the percentage of part-time students (or faculty). For example: one full-time student = 1 FTE; three half-time students = 1.5 FTE, etc.
| APPLICATION: | Required |
| ONLINE APPLICATION: | Required |
| APPLICATION FEES: | $60 ($100 for International Students) (approximate) |
| HOME EXAM: | Not Required |
| INTERVIEW: | N/A |
| ESSAY: | Required |
| SAT / ACT: | Required |
| PORTFOLIO: | Required, depending on program |
| LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: | Required (2) |
| IELTS: | Required if English is a second language Minimum score 6.5 |
| TOEFL: | Required if English is a second language Minimum score 79 |
TRANSCRIPTS
| HIGH SCHOOL: | Required |
| COLLEGE: | Required, if transferring |
FACULTY FTE1 = 41
| FULL-TIME | 0 |
| PART-TIME | 99 |
STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO: FALL 2023
9.8 TO 1
FTE STUDENTS PER FTE FACULTY1
FRESHMAN RETENTION
| FALL 2021 FRESHMEN RETURNING IN FALL 2022 |
56% |
| FALL 2022 FRESHMEN RETURNING IN FALL 2023 |
54% |
SIX-YEAR GRADUATION RATE
| FALL 2016 FRESHMEN GRADUATING WITHIN SIX YEARS |
50% |
| FALL 2017 FRESHMEN GRADUATING WITHIN SIX YEARS |
80% |
UNDERGRADUATE ETHNICITY
FALL 2023UNDERGRADUATE GENDER DISTRIBUTION
FALL 2023NEW STUDENT GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION2
FALL 2023N/A
N/A
NOTE 1: "Full-Time Equivalent" is the common way to measure the relative size of colleges. This adjusts for differences in the percentage of part-time students (or faculty). For example: one full-time student = 1 FTE; three half-time students = 1.5 FTE, etc. NOTE 2: Geographic distribution is reported for first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates. NOTE 3: Includes all institutional scholarships and grants, but does not include College Work Study or third party awards.