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FAQ About Interior Architecture
If you are graduating from high school, you are eligible to start in the first year of the M.I.A. 5 program. The first two years are undergraduate and the remainder are at the graduate level.
If you are currently fulfilling your first two years of foundation work at a community college (earning an AA in either interior design or architecture,) you will jump into the third year of M.I.A. 5 with the first two years already done. The remainder of your work here will be at the graduate level.
If you have already earned an accredited Bachelor’s degree in a non-design field, you are eligible to apply to our 3 year track and will take the last three years of the program with leveling courses required as needed.
If you have already earned a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Interior Design/Architecture, you may apply to our 2 year track of M.I.A. program.
Still confused? Call the School of Architecture at 305-348-7500 to speak with a representative.
Currently, in the state of Florida, interior design professionals are licensed. The path to an interior design license involves earning an accredited degree, accruing a fixed number of hours working for a licensed interior designer or architect and passing the National Certification of Interior Design Qualification exam. The Master of Interior Architecture degree is an accredited degree. The advanced nature of the education positions you above the competition to achieve your career goals.
We shifted our curriculum to this model in 2009 in an effort to benefit our students. The program is now a seamless transition from undergraduate foundation to the professional degree.
For the most up-to-date information on tuition, please consult the Financial Aid, click here.
Please expect to purchase art materials each semester, and to have a high performance computer for the duration of the program. General printing costs and access to the tools in our fabrication and print labs are covered by your tuition.
Yes, a laptop is required. For more information on our laptop initiative, please click here.
If you are a graduate applicant, you may supplement your application with the GRE exam. For undergraduates, this is a strict requirement. If you feel you have extenuating circumstances, please contact the department directly.
Applying to FIU’s Interior Architecture Program is a two-step process. The cost for the online application is $30. There is no additional fee to submit a portfolio.
- Apply online. Students apply using the application found online. If you are a high school student or transfer, use the application found on the Undergraduate Admissions website. If you already have a bachelor’s degree, use the one found on the Graduate Admissions website.
- Upload your portfolio and a scanned PDF of your transcript to the website listed on the application page of the interior architecture website.
After you apply using the online university application, you will receive a confirmation email with your Panther ID number. Memorize this number; it will help you access various tools at FIU. You should also place this number on your portfolio.
Please call the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts to set up a tour. Our main office can be reached at 305-348-7500.
Academic and Campus Life FAQS
Parking fees are already assessed in your tuition each semester. This fee cannot be waived as it contributes to parking facilities, student shuttle services and road improvements. To order your decal, go to the Department of Parking and Transportation website: parking.fiu.edu.
Professors in the School of Architecture are creative, innovative and well equipped to provide a competitive education for the ever-changing world of design. To view in-depth faculty profiles, please look at the departmental pages.
The College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts has a team of dedicated academic advisors, readily available to provide guidance with course selection and keep you on track for an on-time graduation.
While you are not required to live on campus, studies show that students living on campus are more involved in academic and extracurricular activities. In addition to being more satisfied with their overall university experience, students who live on campus also tend to succeed at higher rates than the general university student. Lakeview Hall is the residential community set aside for undergraduate students in the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts. In addition to amenities like Wi-Fi lounges, laundry facilities and paid utilities, students are able to access free tutoring and student programming through Housing staff. There are also on-campus housing facilities for graduate students. For information on rates and deadlines, please refer to housing.fiu.edu.
Florida International University has no shortage of places to eat. Students may opt to purchase a dining plan, or visit one of our 23 coffee shots, quick service or sit down restaurants. Recent additional places to please your tastebuds are Chili’s, Chic-Fil-A and Dunkin’ Donuts. The university strives to accommodate the dietary needs of all our students and provides ample vegetarian and kosher options. For more information, go to the “Dining” section on shop.fiu.edu.
FIU serves many types of students, so there are 6 different meal plans to offer flexibility and convenience. Plans can be purchased online at shop.fiu.edu. While not required, purchasing a dining card saves you 10% off meal purchases across campus.
There are two libraries here at FIU, but don’t think that you are limited to those two spaces. Students are found studying all over campus, from the Barnes and Noble Starbucks Lounge to our 24/7 studio spaces in the School of Architecture.
With a total student body of 46,000, you have quite the pool to pick from. The unique studio culture we offer makes it easy to get to know your design classmates. Late nights in the studio make it easy to bond quickly. We also have a list of student organizations on-campus that you can join. Learn more by clicking here.
As a Division 1 school, we boast 13 premier sporting team including Football, Soccer, Swim and Cross Country. Florida International University has over 200 student clubs and organizations for you to participate in. From Greek Life to service organizations, there is something for every interest. You can also watch your fellow Panthers on stage at our Werthheim Performing Arts Center. Four plays are put on every year, in addition to the dozens of musical performances offered every semester.
FIU has a comprehensive University Health Services Office. Walk-in immunizations are given throughout the year for MMR, Hepatitis B and Meningitis. On weekdays, Health Services also acts as a Pharmacy for over the counter and prescription needs. In an effort to improve your overall wellness, Health Services also offers stress management courses, acupuncture and massages. For more information, go to healthservices.fiu.edu.