FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to submit a portfolio as an admission requirement? What are the specifications for the same?
Yes, portfolio is required for admission to the interior architecture department. We accept digital (PDF only) or hard copy. We ask for representative examples of design work including short written descriptions of the projects. If it is a professional project, please clarify your role in the project. Your portfolio should give us a sense of your design skills and design experience. We do not require a specific number of projects or a certain format for the portfolio. You may choose to include examples of 2-D or 3-D art work, if applicable.
Your website mentions that I need to appear for an interview for admission. What if I am not able to come to UNCG before classes begin?
For students who are unable to visit UNCG in person before starting the program, interview by telephone or Skype is acceptable.
Is GRE a requirement for admission into the program?
For admission to the interior architecture department, Graduate Record Examination is required by the UNCG Graduate School. Acceptable GRE scores are 152 for verbal, 152 for quantitative if taken after August 1, 2011 or test scores in the 500 range on both the verbal and quantitative sections. A score of 4.0 or better on the analytical writing section is an acceptable prerequisite for consideration.
What are the other admission requirements for international students?
For international students, information is available at http://grs.uncg.edu/prospective/international/ regarding admission requirements.
Is IELTS score accepted instead of TOEFL score? If yes, what is the minimum requirement?
UNCG accepts IELTS score. A score of at least 6.5 is required on the IELTS. Minimum required score for TOEFL depends on the form of the exam taken (internet based – 79, or paper based – 550).
What is the cost to attend the University for one academic year that is inclusive of the tuition, living expense, books and supplies all in all the total cost of the University for one academic year?
What is the future direction of the graduate program?
We are changing from concentrations to specializations in our graduate program. This means that students have the opportunity to study in a variety of areas in which the faculty specialize. We will continue specializations in historic preservation, museum studies, and product design, but also offer areas such as lighting, advanced digital fabrication, sustainability, history and theory, healthcare, and design/build.
