Quality Assurance
Accreditation & Approvals
IDI holds institutional and program-specific accreditations that reflect our commitment to educational excellence and student success.
Overview
Our Accreditations
Your degree should open doors — not raise questions. IDI's accreditations mean your education is recognized by the institutions that matter: the U.S. Department of Education, the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, and the employers who hire our graduates.
Our institutional accreditation from ACCSC confirms that every program we offer meets national standards for educational quality, student support, and measurable outcomes. Our BA program's CIDA accreditation goes further — it's the mark that top design firms and state licensing boards look for when evaluating candidates.
We're approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education and approved by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV Federal Financial Aid. Translation: your investment is protected, and funding is accessible.
IDI has maintained continuous CIDA accreditation since 1992.
The Avocational Certificate Course, the Associate of Arts Degree in Interior Design, the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interior Design, and the Master of Interior Architecture Degree Programs are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges. The U.S. Department of Education lists ACCSC as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
Interior Designers Institute is approved to offer all programs as hybrid (online/in-person) for California residents. Interior Designers Institute is a private institution approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means compliance with the minimum state standards as set forth in the California Private Post Secondary Act 2009 (as amended), California Education Code (CEC), Division 7.5 of Title 5, California Code of Regulations (CCR).
The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interior Design Program is accredited by Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA). Interior Designers Institute reserves the right to change, modify or disassociate the college from any current accrediting agency or institution without prior notice.
Details
Accrediting Bodies
The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is a nationally recognized accrediting agency listed by the United States Department of Education and recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). ACCSC accreditation ensures that IDI meets rigorous standards for educational quality, student outcomes, and institutional integrity.
- Nationally recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
- Recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
- Covers all institutional programs
- Enables student eligibility for Title IV Federal Financial Aid
CIDACouncil for Interior Design Accreditation
BA in Interior Design program accreditation
Visit WebsiteThe Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) is the internationally recognized accrediting body for interior design education in North America. CIDA accreditation of the Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design program ensures that the curriculum meets rigorous standards for design education, preparing graduates for professional practice and licensing.
- Premier accrediting body for interior design education
- Accredits the Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design program
- Recognized by employers and licensing bodies nationwide
- Gold standard for interior design program quality
The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) is the California state agency that regulates private postsecondary educational institutions. IDI is approved to operate by the BPPE, ensuring compliance with California state requirements for educational quality and consumer protection.
- California state approval to operate
- Consumer protection oversight
- Compliance with California Education Code
Documents
Compliance Documents
The following documents are available for review in accordance with our accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Current IDI Catalog
The complete Interior Designers Institute catalog including program descriptions, policies, tuition, and enrollment information.
IDI Annual Campus Safety and Security Survey and Reports
Annual campus safety and security survey and reports for Interior Designers Institute.
Title IX Disclosures
Title IX disclosures for Interior Designers Institute.
Title IX Training
Title IX coordinator training documentation.
Title IX Complaint Form
Title IX complaint form for Interior Designers Institute.
CIDA Student Achievement Data
Student achievement data as reported to the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).
CIDA Accredited Status
CIDA accreditation status for Interior Designers Institute.
IDI Mission, Goals & Philosophy
The mission, goals, and philosophy of Interior Designers Institute.
IDI Policies and Information
Institutional policies and information for students.
Cyber Security Policy
IDI cyber security policy outlining data protection and information security practices.
ACCSC Graduation & Employment Charts
ACCSC graduation and employment charts for Interior Designers Institute.