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BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN
MASTER OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN (MFA-1)
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MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN SUSTAINABLE INTERIOR ENVIRONMENTS pp. 50–51
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WHAT IS INTERIOR DESIGN TODAY? • Career Options • Why a Great Education Matters
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• At a Glance
• Alumni Profiles
• Why NYSID?
• Job Placement Rate
• Faculty
• Internships and Professional Experience
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ABOUT NEW YORK SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGN
• NYC Is Your Campus • Student Life • Study Abroad
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EARN YOUR UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE If you’re a high school graduate with a creative mind and a passion for interiors, we offer an exciting—and flexible—college experience in the greatest city in the world for design.
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START A NEW CAREER If you already have an undergraduate degree, we offer full-time and part-time options so that you can put together a course of study that fits your lifestyle and puts you on the road to professional success.
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ADVANCE YOUR DESIGN CAREER If you’re already working in the field, you can pursue a professional-level master’s degree; get a specialized advanced degree in lighting or sustainability; or take a specific class just to sharpen your skills.
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If you can’t study in New York City—or if you need some added flexibility for your schedule—you can still access the professional expertise of the New York School of Interior Design with our online courses and programs. Learn more at nysid.edu/studyonline.
• Financial Aid • Scholarships • Housing • Plan Your Visit • Tours • Open Houses
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EXPLORE INTERIOR DESIGN FOR THE FIRST TIME If you’re interested in finding out whether an interior design career is right for you, we offer classes online and in person—including our popular Introduction to Interior Design class.
PRESIDENT DAVID SPROULS WITH STUDENTS IN THE NYSID GALLERY.
“ Because of our size, NYSID is the sort of place where we are all on a first-name basis. Our student/ faculty ratio is 10 to 1, and yet the range of classes that we offer is utterly astounding. There is no other educational institution in this country doing what we do.”
WELCOME We are a small school in a big city, educating designers to succeed around the globe. Students come from all over the world to study here because we do everything in our power to set them up for professional success. With hundreds of design courses to choose from, a faculty of working designers and architects, access to internships and design destinations throughout the city, NYSID has it all. Over the course of our 100-year history, we've seen dramatic changes in the industry, and we have been right there leading the way in education by providing courses and curriculum that meet the demands of this ever-changing profession. This is an exciting and fast-growing field, and we are proud to be educating the next generation of interior designers. Join us and be one of them.
—DAVID SPROULS, PRESIDENT
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Interior design is all about how we experience spaces. It’s a powerful, essential part of our daily lives and affects how we live, work, play, and even heal. Comfortable homes, functional workplaces, beautiful public spaces—that’s interior design at work.
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WHAT IS INTERIOR DESIGN TODAY? The best interior designers make it look easy, crafting spaces that anticipate our needs and appeal to our emotions, but in reality a broad set of skills and technical knowledge is required. Interior design has changed dramatically since the early 20th century, when it was just beginning to emerge as a profession. Today, interior designers work with contractors, architects, engineers, craftsmen, furniture dealers, and business and home owners. To become a successful interior designer, you need a well-rounded education and the skills to work within many disciplines (architecture; graphic design; decorative arts; and textile, furniture, and lighting design). Interior designers are expected to have working knowledge of: • Textiles, materials, color, space planning, sustainability, and more • Software applications for 2D and 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) • Structural requirements, health and safety issues, and building codes
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Career Options Within the field of interior design, there are a wealth of career options. You can start your own practice, work for a small or large firm, or specialize in a particular skill (such as lighting) or a specific area (such as hospitality). The possibilities are endless—and they’re expanding every day. Interior design is a smart career path. According to the American Society of Interior Designers, “Interior design is a strong and growing sector. The number of interior designers has grown by 11.9% since 2015, with 29% of firms looking to hire this year.”
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Residential interior design is about the spaces we live in; it can cover projects large and small, from planning entire homes to designing a single room.
SOUTHAMPTON OCEANFRONT RESIDENCE. DAVID SCOTT (BFA, 1991); WESTPORT, CONNECTICUT RESIDENCE. DON KOSSAR (BFA, 1995).
Commercial interior design centers on public spaces like hotels, restaurants, retail stores, offices, and hospitals.
COLLABORATIVE WORK SPACE, TEACH FOR AMERICA HEADQUARTERS. HOK, ERIKA REUTER (MFA-2, 2014). MARKET RESTAURANT, W BOGOTA. YUNI ROSITA (MFA-2, 2006).
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Why a Great Education Matters Education is the best way to get the skills you need to succeed. And in a culture that increasingly embraces DIY design, a degree gives you the credentials required to compete and get clients’ attention.
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With its strong professional focus, a New York School of Interior Design education gives you access to internships and designers with real-world experience—invaluable connections that will serve you throughout your career. The design industry's awareness of our unparalleled education is evident in our post-graduation outcomes, as 98% of undergraduates and 100% of graduates either hold jobs related to their field of study within six months or are pursuing further education.
INSTRUCTOR DONNA GOODMAN HOLDING A DESK CRITIQUE WITH A STUDENT IN A GRADUATE DESIGN STUDIO.
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At a Glance
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Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education, National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), and Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) for BFA and MFA-1.
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Why New York School of Interior Design?
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There’s no better place to study interior design. Here’s why:
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RANKINGS
FOCUS
NYSID is consistently ranked one of the top interior design schools in the U.S. by Design Intelligence (visit nysid.edu for the most up-to-date information).
You can focus 100% on interior design, because it’s all we do. We offer more than 200 courses across seven programs, all seen through the lens of interior design. No other school or program offers such variety with such focus.
PERSONAL ATTENTION NYSID is a small school and a tightly knit community. With an average class size of 12 and a 10-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, you won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have real relationships with your instructors—and you won’t spend your days in lecture halls.
JOBS You’ll be on track for a great job. From the courses we offer to the faculty we hire, our primary goal is to make sure you’re ready to find real, rewarding work as an interior designer. In 2017, 98% of our undergraduate students and 100% of our graduate students were employed or pursuing further education within six months of graduation. The numbers say it all!
FLEXIBILITY We offer unrivaled flexibility to students at every stage of their careers. You can start small with a few classes and then apply the credits you have earned to a degree program. For most of our programs, you’ll have the option to attend parttime or full-time, with some programs also offered online.
FACULTY NYSID has more than 100 faculty members, all of whom are seasoned professionals with a wide range of perspectives and experience. They include expert designers, architects, art historians, and authorities on the decorative arts.
NYSID.EDU INSTRUCTOR MICHAEL BUCHANAN WITH HIS CLASS AT THE GRADUATE CENTER.
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Faculty
“Instructors support students in all sorts of ways—from special tutorials to extra class time to academic advising. For example, students are always welcome to drop by my office.” —ELLEN FISHER, VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS & DEAN
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The New York School of Interior Design is a great learning institution because of its faculty. They come from a wide variety of backgrounds and bring practical and theoretical experience from their professional lives. We have more than 100 faculty members who are practicing designers at many of the top design firms in the country: Gensler, HOK, Perkins + Will, Rockwell Group, and Robert A.M. Stern Architects, to name a few. Many are also principals of their own firms—for instance, David Burdett and Stefanie Werner of Das Studio, Stefan Steil of Steilish, and Warren Ashworth of his self-titled architecture firm.
NYSID.EDU CLOCKWISE FROM OPPOSITE PAGE: NYSID INSTRUCTORS ELLEN FISHER, TERRY KLEINBERG, ERIC GERING, JACK TRAVIS IN THE CLASSROOM WITH STUDENTS.
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New York City Is Your Campus “Studying in New York was a dream come true. There’s inspiration all over this city, and it’s got a creative energy that inspires me.” NEW YORK SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGN / 2019–2020
—YAZMIN DORADO (BFA, 2017)
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There’s no place like New York City. It’s at the heart of the design world, and the New York School of Interior Design is in the thick of it, with two Manhattan facilities—our main headquarters on the Upper East Side on 70th Street (1) and our Graduate Center at 28th Street & Park Avenue South (2).
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Student Life
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Student life at NYSID revolves around events for socializing, networking, and enhancing life as a professional designer. For example, we offer behind-the-scenes tours of designer showrooms; Supporting the Whole Designer workshops that teach job preparation and interview skills; wellness programs that help designers access their creativity; and the opportunity to work on community service projects for organizations like Habitat for Humanity.
NYSID.EDU CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: STUDENTS CELEBRATING AT THE ROOFTOP GARDEN; STUDENTS POSING IN THE PARK; STUDENTS VOLUNTEERING FOR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY; AND STUDENTS ENJOYING AN EXHIBITION OPENING.
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Study Abroad “The study abroad trip to Florence with Maria Chamberlin-Hellman was like having our own personal tour guide through the Renaissance. The way we looked at and discussed art, frescoes, and landmarks gave me an entirely new perspective on the city. It was really a treat to see things through her expert eyes.”
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—CARRIE ANNE LI (MFA-1, 2016)
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Every year, NYSID faculty members lead small groups of students overseas and share their insider’s knowledge of local design. Destinations have included such cities as Barcelona, Beijing, Dublin, Florence, Delhi, Paris, and Shanghai. In addition to visiting well-known destinations, students have access to private spaces and get behind-the-scenes tours of design firms, historic homes, and artists’ studios.
NYSID STUDENTS AROUND THE WORLD. CLOCKWISE FROM OPPOSITE PAGE, FAR LEFT: IN FRONT OF THE PALAZZO PITTI, FLORENCE, ITALY; IN THE ENTRANCE HALL OF CASTLETOWN HOUSE, DUBLIN, IRELAND; IN THE COURTYARD OF THE KHIRKI MASJID IN DELHI, INDIA; AND VISITING THE BARCELONA PAVILION, SPAIN.
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From the courses we offer to the faculty we hire, our primary goal is to make sure you’re ready to find real, rewarding work as an interior designer—and we have proven success in meeting that goal.
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BEYOND NEW YORK SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGN Our alumni have gone on to work at some of the bestknown interior design firms in New York City and across the country. They’re part of a powerful network— professional contacts that provide internship opportunities and serve as some of our students’ first professional links to the interior design field. Few other colleges can offer such a robust network of working professionals.
ALUMNA BECKY BUTTON (BFA, 2001), PRINCIPAL AT GENSLER.
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ALLISON KEPLER BFA, 2011
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Allison is a designer at Drake/ Anderson, a residential design firm headed up by interior
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designers Jamie Drake and Caleb Anderson. The firm caters to high-end luxury residential and commercial projects, and clients have included Madonna and former NYC mayor Michael Bloomberg. “I did an internship at the firm twice during my time in the BFA program. It was a great experience, and I learned so much working on actual residential projects. It was a dream internship, and it gave me the connections to later return as a full-time designer at one of the best interior design firms.”
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DASH DESIGN JEFFREY BEERS INTERNATIONAL MATTHEW PATRICK SMYTH NBBJ PERKINS + WILL ROCKWELL GROUP ROBERT A.M. STERN ARCHITECTS ROTTET STUDIO
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Internships and Professional Experience
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With its strong professional focus, the New York School of Interior Design gives students access to internships and designers with real-world experience in the industry. We have deep connections in the interior design community as well as an impressive track record of helping students build meaningful professional relationships and essential work experience. Students have gotten internships—and alumni have landed jobs—at prestigious commercial and private firms: Bunny Williams Inc.; Gensler; HOK; Huniford Design Studio; Skidmore, Owings & Merrill; Michael Graves & Associates; and Yabu Pushelberg, to name just a few. With more than 3,000 graduates, our alumni make up an active community of interior designers— people who take part in networking events and play an important role in your career, both as a student and as a graduate. Additionally, our graduates hold positions of leadership in many important professional organizations, including the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), and the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA).
MEMBERS OF THE NYSID STUDENT CHAPTER OF ASID VISIT THE OFFICES OF DESIGNER BUNNY WILLIAMS.
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ALUMNI PROFILE
FAITH HOOPS BFA, 2018
As a student, Faith took advantage of the College's deep connections with the interior design community and spent her summers working at Huniford Design Studio, an interior and furniture design firm in New York City. After graduating in 2018, the studio offered her a fulltime junior designer position. “NYSID has been a core part of who and where I am today. Countless design projects expanded my horizon, teaching me everything from the fundamentals of space planning to the basics of designing a restaurant to the 3D computer graphics programs I used to design a 50,000-square-foot housing facility for my BFA thesis project. Now that I’m in the professional interior design world, I find myself applying the skills and strategies I learned at the College every day.”
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ROGER TIEN MFA-1, 2012
Roger studied biochemistry in Taiwan before coming to NYSID. “I knew there was some element missing from my life. It was exciting when I realized that interior design is what I really wanted to do. Now I work in hospitality design at Yabu Pushelberg, one of my favorite design firms. I'm working on various projects, including two luxury condo developments in New York City and a hotel elsewhere in the U.S. Going to school at NYSID changed my life, and I feel very fortunate to be on this new journey.”
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EARN YOUR UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE
Can you see a future for yourself as an interior designer? Are you drawn to a college experience in the greatest city in the world? Would you like internship opportunities at some of the world’s best design firms? Located in the heart of our nation’s design capital, the New York School of Interior Design’s undergraduate programs will put you on the right track to a rewarding career. STUDY OPTIONS / PROGRAMS.............................................34–35 ▪▪ BID
Basic Interior Design certificate
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Associate in Applied Science in Interior Design
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
ALUMNI PROFILE
GARRETT CARTER BFA, 2017
Garrett had an interest in design while growing up in Houston, Texas, where he interned at Fixtures & Fittings and Pierce Designs & Associates, and worked at the design magazine Milieu. In between classes, he was a contributing editor for the popular website oliviapalermo.com. “The New York School of Interior Design has been an amazing intellectual experience. I have made great friendships and had the opportunity to meet many A-list designers in and around the city. And it’s great that NYSID’s main location is in a prime location on the Upper East Side, which is inspiring on many levels.”
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MARY MILLS THOMAS BFA, 2015
Mary was a professional ballet dancer with American Ballet Theatre before deciding that she wanted to follow her passion and go back to school for interior design. “I wasn’t initially sure whether or not I wanted to pursue a BFA in interior design, but after a semester in the BID program, I realized I had found something very special. I decided to enroll in the BFA program, graduated after four years of study, and landed a job right away at Williams Blackstock Architects, where I’ve been putting my education into practice. NYSID did a wonderful job preparing me for the work I now do as a professional.”
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Study Options BFA
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN
• 132 CREDITS • FULL- OR PART-TIME
Combining a comprehensive interior design curriculum with a strong liberal arts education, our BFA program offers a rich and memorable college experience—the kind only New York can offer. You’ll leave the program fully prepared to start your interior design career. nysid.edu/bfa
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ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE IN INTERIOR DESIGN
• 66 CREDITS • ONLINE OPTION • FULL- OR PART-TIME
In this two-year degree program—which you can do full-time or part-time, in person or online—you’ll master some of the fundamental skills required to be a practicing interior designer in both residential and commercial design. This program also fulfills the requirements you’ll need to become a design assistant or a junior designer. nysid.edu/aas
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BASIC INTERIOR DESIGN CERTIFICATE
• 24 CREDITS • ONLINE OPTION • FULL- OR PART-TIME
Not sure yet whether you want to pursue a degree in interior design? Take a look at our Basic Interior Design certificate—a one-year, non-degree program that you can complete in person or online. You’ll learn about the field, master essential skills, and start to create a portfolio—and along the way you’ll acquire credits that you can roll right into an AAS or BFA degree. No portfolio required to apply. nysid.edu/bid FROM TOP: BFA: DONGSHENG XIE, THESIS PROJECT, HOTEL. AAS: SAIGE LEVINE, RESTAURANT. BID: PERSPECTIVE DRAWING.
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Each of our undergraduate offerings feeds into the next. If you’re not quite ready to commit to the BFA program, you can begin with a certificate or an associate’s degree. The credits you earn can be applied directly toward a BFA if and when you choose to continue with your education.
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Undergraduate Curriculum 7TH SEMESTER
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Art & Society I: 19th & 20th Centuries Humanities II Kitchen & Bath Design Professional Practice II Thesis Preparation Contract Design III Design history elective
Furniture Design Thesis Intensive French or Intensive Italian Design history elective Professional or liberal arts elective
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Cultural Anthropology Presentation Techniques II Residential Design III Design Theory Lighting II Advanced Materials & Methods of Decoration
Art & Society I: Pre-19th Century Humanities I Presentation Techniques III Contract Design II Professional elective Professional or liberal arts elective
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Modern Architecture and Design I Intro to Sustainability and the Built Environment Environment & Behavior Presentation Techniques I Codes Residential Design II Building Systems
Modern Architecture and Design II Professional Practice I Construction Documents II Environmental Science Lighting I Contract Design I Professional or liberal arts elective
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Historical Styles I Basic Drafting Color for Interiors English Composition I Visual Concepts Basic Mathematics* Textiles for Interiors*
Historical Styles II Textiles for Interiors Construction Documents I Residential Design I Hand Drawing and Rendering I* Design Process English Composition II* Materials & Methods of Construction*
* These are mandatory classes if pursuing an AAS or BFA.
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BFA BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN
AAS ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
BID BASIC INTERIOR DESIGN
“ I know all my students by name, and can be their ally as they surmount their individual challenges.” FACULTY PROFILE
STEVEN KAPLAN TEACHES BASIC DRAFTING, MATERIALS & METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION, AND MORE
Steven is a principal at his namesake firm, Steven R. Kaplan\Architect. “Some students wonder why they need to learn hand-drawing in a computer-assisted age. Others think to themselves, ‘Why do I need to know what goes on behind the wall, if I'm only interested in designing the surface?’ I take each student seriously, and try to open their eyes to why these skills and knowledge matter to them, and to how this will empower them when they achieve their goal of becoming professional designers. Because all NYSID classes, even online classes, are small, I am able to encourage dialogue and questions. I soon get to know all my students by name, and can be their ally as they surmount their individual challenges—it’s very satisfying to see students overcome their anxieties—and succeed.”
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If you’re thinking of going back to school to start a career in interior design, the New York School of Interior Design will set you up for success in your new profession. We offer a range of flexible study options, including full-time and part-time, graduate and undergraduate, and online and in-person classes. And for several of our programs, there’s no portfolio required to apply. So the choice is yours—you can dive right in or take just a class or two. STUDY OPTIONS / PROGRAMS............................................. 42–43 ▪▪ MFA-1 Master of Fine Arts in Interior Design ▪▪ BID
Basic Interior Design certificate
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Associate in Applied Science in Interior Design
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
ALUMNI PROFILE
BRITNI WILLIAMS MFA-1, 2017
After graduating from New York School of Interior Design, Britni immediately landed her dream job. As a junior designer at RMW Architecture & Interiors, she is currently working on the Uber headquarters in San Francisco, the “Uber 2.0” campus. “Choosing to get my master’s at NYSID was one of the best career decisions I’ve made. The real-world experience, class diversity, and support I received from faculty and staff made my transition from student to interior designer seamless.”
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“ I had the portfolio, skills, and exposure to the design industry that I needed to land a position at one of the biggest design firms in the city.�
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KEVIN YI LEE MFA-1, 2015
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Kevin was hired as an interior designer at Rockwell Group right after graduation. “I worked as a stage manager for my first few years in New York before taking an introductory course at NYSID—and getting hooked. I had the portfolio, skills, and exposure to the design industry that I needed to land a position at Rockwell Group, one of the biggest design firms in the city.”
KEVIN YI LEE, MFA THESIS PROJECT, PERSEPHONE RESTAURANT.
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Study Options MFA: LARISSA MOUTRIER, HOTEL. AAS: LEA LENNOX, RESTAURANT. BFA: LISA SAMUELSSON, THESIS PROJECT, HOTEL.
MFA
MASTER OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN
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ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE IN INTERIOR DESIGN
• 90 CREDITS
• ONLINE OPTION
• 66 CREDITS
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• ONLINE OPTION
If you have a bachelor’s degree in a field unrelated to design, our MFA-1 is a full-time program that provides a fundamental and comprehensive interior design education in just three years. Most of our master’s programs classes are held in our awardwinning Graduate Center. No portfolio required to apply. nysid.edu/mfa1
If you’re ready for an overall introduction to the field of interior design and are interested in building a portfolio, our one-year Basic Interior Design certificate might be for you. Although it’s a non-degree program, your credits can be applied to an AAS or BFA. You can take classes part-time or full-time, which makes it easy to fit into a busy life, and you can participate in person or online. No portfolio required to apply. nysid.edu/bid
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BASIC INTERIOR DESIGN CERTIFICATE
AAS
In this two-year degree program—which can be done fulltime or part-time, in person or online—you’ll master some of the fundamental skills required to be a practicing interior designer in both residential and commercial design. This program also fulfills the requirements you’ll need to become a design assistant or a junior designer. nysid.edu/aas
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BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN
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BFA
• 132 CREDITS • FULL- OR PART-TIME
Combining a comprehensive interior design curriculum with a strong liberal arts education, our professionallevel BFA program offers a rich and memorable college experience—the kind only New York can offer. You’ll leave the program fully prepared to start your interior design career. nysid.edu/bfa
Introduction to Interior Design For those of you who aren’t sure whether you want to pursue a certificate or degree but would like to find out what interior design is all about, our Introduction to Interior Design course is a great starting point. Offered both online and in person, it will give you a glimpse into the field and the type of interior design education we offer.
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FACULTY PROFILE
BARBARA WEINRICH TEACHES RETAIL DESIGN AND THESIS
Barbara is an architect currently teaching design full-time. She was a founding principal at MNA, an award-winning firm that specializes in high-end retail and residential interiors. “NYSID attracts a diverse and engaging group of students who show creativity and energy in every design studio. They are committed to being good designers and are a pleasure to teach.”
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“The curriculum left me well positioned to start a new career in a highly competitive job market.”
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LAWRENCE CHABRA BFA, 2009
Lawrence is the interiors studio director at Robert A.M. Stern Architects, a leading design firm with wide experience in residential, commercial, and institutional work. “After working as a graphic designer for many years, first in print and then in television, I realized that my true passion lay in interior design. The curriculum left me well positioned to start a new career in a highly competitive job market.�
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If you already have a bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture, and you’re looking to take your career to the next level, we offer a number of post-professional degrees. Our two-year Master of Fine Arts is our most advanced degree and allows you to explore interior design on a deeper level. We also offer three one-year Master of Professional Studies degrees in healthcare, lighting, and sustainability, providing you with marketable skills in an ever-evolving field. STUDY OPTIONS / PROGRAMS............................................. 50–51 ▪▪ MFA-2 Master of Fine Arts in Interior Design ▪▪ MPS-H Master of Professional Studies in Healthcare Interior Design ▪▪ MPS-L Master of Professional Studies in Interior Lighting Design ▪▪ MPS-S Master of Professional Studies in Sustainable Interior Environments
FACULTY PROFILE
EDWIN ZAWADZKI TEACHES DESIGN STUDIO II AND THESIS PREP
Edwin is a founding partner of In Situ Design, a New York–based firm that designs a range of projects, from homes to hotels, restaurants to offices. One of his most recent projects, The William Hotel (a collaboration with fellow NYSID instructor William Engel), won accolades for its colorful approach and the way it blurs the lines between art, architecture, and interior design. Edwin brings his design approach into the classroom. “It is really the rigor of the design process that I try to instill in my students. At In Situ we draw and draw and draw. There is no leap straight to a design solution. Even the best ideas require extensive exploration to resolve.”
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Study Options
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MFA
MASTER OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN (MFA–2) • 60 CREDITS
MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN HEALTHCARE INTERIOR DESIGN (MPS-H)
MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN LIGHTING DESIGN (MPS-L)
• F ULL-TIME
• 30 CREDITS
• 30 CREDITS
• F ULL- OR PART-TIME
•F ULL- OR PART-TIME
Practicing designers and healthcare professionals have the unique opportunity to work together in our MPS-H program. The curriculum is a comprehensive overview of current issues, research, and theory in the design of healthcare interiors. All classes are offered in the evenings and on weekends, and you can enroll full-time (completing the degree in one year) or part-time. nysid.edu/mps-h
Lighting design is both an art and a science, and changing technologies, new energy efficiency laws, and the demand for inspired, innovative solutions have created a strong need for specialists in interior lighting design. This one-year program— open to those with a professional degree in interior design, architecture, or a related field can be completed full- or part-time, with all classes offered in the
MFA
If you are interested in exploring interior design on a deeper level and aspire to become a leader in the field, the MFA-2 might be for you. This two-year, full-time program is the most conceptual program at NYSID and is open to those who have a professional degree in interior design, architecture, or a related field. nysid.edu/mfa2
MPS
MPS
evenings and on weekends. nysid.edu/mps-l
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MPS-L
MPS-S
MFA: HAO WU, THESIS PROJECT, COWORKING SPACE. MPS-L: CHONLATORN PORNPRAPHAN, STORE. MPS-H: HIRAL SHAH, HOSPITAL. MPS-S: USHMA MODY AND SHEHANAZ BASHEER, STORE.
MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN SUSTAINABLE INTERIOR ENVIRONMENTS (MPS-S) • 30 CREDITS • F ULL- OR PART-TIME • O NLINE OPTION
Our MPS-S program covers the principles and best practices of sustainable design, providing students with marketable skills that are essential to the industry today. Intended for those already working within design or architecture, all classes are offered in the evenings and on weekends, and you can enroll full-time (completing the degree in one year), or part-time, or study online with live classes delivered via video-conferencing. nysid.edu/mps-s
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MPS-H
Professional Development Classes Continuing education strengthens the field of interior design by improving knowledge and skills in specific subject areas, and allowing practicing architects and designers to keep up with requisite CEUs and LUs. Our Institute for Continuing and Professional Studies offers a range of courses to keep you abreast of the changing field—from the basics in lighting design to the latest software programs to marketing your design practice. nysid.edu/icps
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NEW YORK SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGN / 2019–2020
ADVANCE START AYOUR NEW CAREER DESIGN CAREER
ALUMNI PROFILE
KATIE BARONS MFA-2, 2011
Katie is currently a designer at Gensler, the largest architecture and design firm in the world. “While studying interior design in undergraduate school in upstate New York, I decided I wanted to pursue a master’s in interior design. After researching NYSID’s top-ranked graduate program and visiting the campus, I knew I wanted to attend and study in the nation’s design capital. Not only did the MFA program provide me with the credentials to be a professor, I also received an invaluable education with rich and rewarding design experiences. I was fortunate to start my design career immediately after graduation, and for the past several years I have enjoyed working on corporate interiors for Gensler.”
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TWO VIEWS OF THE NYSID GRADUATE CENTER.
HOW TO APPLY Here’s what you need to apply to a program. Application Application fee Statement of intent Two letters of recommendation
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Official transcripts (evaluation may be required if you studied outside the U.S.) Résumé (graduate programs only) Portfolio (optional for BID and MFA-1 programs) Test scores (SAT, ACT—if applicable) Proof of English proficiency (if your native language is not English) Application requirements may vary depending on the program you are applying to. Learn more at nysid.edu.
Recommended application deadlines February 1
October 1
for the fall semester
for the spring semester
The Office of Admissions welcomes questions about specific requirements or about applying to NYSID in general. Feel free to contact us by phone or email. Office of Admissions 170 East 70th Street, New York, NY Tel: 212-472-1500 x205 Email: admissions@nysid.edu
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TUITION
SCHOLARSHIPS
TOURS
Undergraduate: $1,000 per credit
All NYSID scholarships are awarded based on merit. To be considered, applicants must have all admission materials submitted by the recommended deadline (February 1 for the fall, October 1 for the spring), must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, and must study full-time (12 or more credits per semester). All qualified applicants will be considered for scholarship review; no additional materials are required.
Tours are held throughout the year and are led by our admissions staff. To make an appointment, contact the Office of Admissions at 212-472-1500 x205 or admissions@nysid.edu.
$1,130 per credit for MPS programs All MFA candidates pay annual tuition billed on a semester basis (due in fall and spring). MFA-1 candidates are required to take Experiential Learning courses in their first and second summers (3 credits per course, $1,130 per credit). These courses, as well as any other summer elective courses, are billed separately from the annual tuition due in fall and spring.
HOUSING
Additional fees are associated with each program.
The College offers housing to students at a modern residential facility at 97th Street and Third Avenue in Manhattan, operated by Educational Housing Services. Additional information can be found at nysid.edu/housing.
Visit nysid.edu/tuition-fees for details.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
MFA-2 candidates are not required to take additional courses in the summer session.
FINANCIAL AID Financial assistance is available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are matriculated and are in good academic standing. An applicant is considered for financial aid upon completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA should be completed online at fafsa.ed.gov. Additional information can be found at nysid.edu/financial-aid.
We encourage all prospective students to visit NYSID during their college search. A campus visit is the best way to experience firsthand the College’s culture and to ask questions about our programs and our community.
OPEN HOUSES Our open houses—offered in October and April—are a great way to learn about the numerous fields within the profession, and how our degree and certificate programs will give you the knowledge, technical skills, and credentials you need to succeed. You’ll get to hear from faculty and students, see student work, and tour our facilities. Admissions staff, a financial aid officer, and academic advisors are always available to answer any questions at these events. For up-to-date information on our open houses, directions, and locations, visit nysid.edu/plan-your-visit.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ellen Kravet, Chairman David Sprouls, NYSID President Jill H. Dienst James P. Druckman Susan Zises Green Elliot Greene Alexa Hampton David Kleinberg
René B. Estacio, Faculty Trustee Joanna L. Silver, Esq., General Counsel Elaine Wingate Conway, Trustee Emerita Alexander C. Cortesi, Trustee Emeritus Inge Heckel, Trustee Emerita Arthur King Satz, President Emeritus
Anne Korman Dennis Miller Susan B. Nagle Betsey Ruprecht David Scott Patricia M. Sovern, Chairman Emeritus
Maria Spears Newell Turner Kelly M. Williams
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This publication presents a general overview and summary of academic, cultural, and social life at the New York School of Interior Design. It is not intended to be all-inclusive or definitive, and all portions are subject to change without notice. More specific information regarding curricular offerings, credit requirements, and other matters appears in the College’s academic catalog, which is available from the Office of Admissions and on nysid.edu. © Copyright 2018 New York School of Interior Design
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