International Direct - Bachelor of Interior Design

International direct admission to Louisiana State University (LSU) is available for international students with advanced English-language skills. The program focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth to help students excel in school and prepare for a successful future.

As international direct students at Louisiana State University, individuals will receive:

The Louisiana State University School of Interior Design offers a Bachelor of Interior Design (BID) program accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA). The program meets the education requirements for the NCIDQ exam and licensure as an interior designer, with a focus on commercial and corporate interiors. Specialized knowledge in design, color and light, history and theory, furnishings and materials, environmental systems and controls, interior construction and building systems, and regulations are taught. Critical thinking skills, understanding the global context of design, collaboration, and professional communication are also emphasized.

Students benefit from a large SEC flagship university environment while enjoying the close-knit community of the School of Interior Design. Students and faculty have a personal relationship, with advisors closely monitoring course selections, progress through the curriculum, and career goals to ensure timely graduation.

The design studio is central to the curriculum, with students working on projects over an extended period and having their own dedicated workspace. Professional internships are required to gain industry experience, facilitated by well-connected faculty and alumni.

Opportunities for off-campus and abroad study are available, with faculty-led field trips and excursions, as well as international academic programs. Alumni of the LSU School of Interior Design work across the country, with a strong network supporting student success post-graduation.