Master of Arts in the Field of Interior Architecture

The master of arts in interior architecture program is designed for students who have a received an undergraduate degree in interior design, interior architecture, or architecture, and who wish to continue to challenge themselves in an academic setting.

The program aims to produce design thinkers and leaders in the industry of the built environment. Emphasis is on conceptual thinking and the design process, community engagement, and leadership in the profession. The core of the program comprises a consecutive studio sequence that challenges students to solve a problem by creating a spatial design solution.

This program is offered on a full-time basis only.

Visit the program website for additional information.

Visit the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences website for application requirements.

Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:

Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Office of Graduate Studies
The George Washington University
801 22nd Street NW, Phillips Hall 107
Washington DC 20052

For additional information about the admissions process visit the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences Frequently Asked Questions page.

Contact for questions:

askccas@gwu.edu
202-994-6210 (phone)
Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday

The following requirements must be fulfilled:

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

30 credits, including 21 credits in required courses and 9 credits in elective courses.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Required
CIAR 6220	Interior Design History and Culture
CIAR 6350	Sustainability and the Built Environment
CIAR 6810	Advanced Interior Environments
CIAR 6815	Design Theory and Criticism
CIAR 6820	Leadership in Design
CIAR 6825	Advanced Visual Communications Methods
CIAR 6830	Psychology of the Interior Environment
Electives
9 credits in any courses offered by GW.