Interior Design Program

The interior design program at Siena Heights University prepares students for careers in interior design, furniture and textile design, project management, and lighting design. The program focuses on applying artistic principles and techniques to professional planning, designing, equipping, and furnishing residential and commercial interior spaces. Program courses include: computer applications drafting and graphing techniques, principles of interior lighting, color coordination, furniture and furnishings, textiles and finishings, design history, period styles, basic structural design, and building codes and inspection regulations. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer interior design program.

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Siena Heights University

18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia, MI

Siena Heights University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Adrian, Michigan, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Enrollment at Siena Heights University exceeds 2,400 per year.

Students may pick from several areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Security And Protective Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Communications And Journalism

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to apply to Siena Heights University. Scores within the range of 18 - 23 on the ACT or 911 - 1068 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase the chance of admission. 55% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 31% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $23,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's price of attendance calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Some students at Siena Heights University may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Siena Heights University through the NAIA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.sienaheights.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in architecture and architectural design, such as architectural environmental design, interior architecture/design, and landscape architecture. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Interior Designers

Description

Plan, design, and furnish interiors of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. Formulate design which is practical, aesthetic, and conducive to intended purposes, such as raising productivity, selling merchandise, or improving life style. May specialize in a particular field, style, or phase of interior design.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, interior designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $60750

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).