San Jose State University Interior Design
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Interior Design transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and ARTH 72; the full list is below.

95 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with SJSU for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Interior Design

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Major Requirements

San Jose State University Interior Design Major Preparation

The courses San Jose State University lists as Interior Design major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are SJSU's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

Second course in english composition

Complete 1 of these

ENGL 1B Argument and Analysis
ENGL 2 Critical Thinking and Writing

Preparation for the major

Courses listed

ARTH 72 Design in Society
DSIT 10 Sketching, Drawing + Modeling
DSIT 5 Introduction of Interior Design and Architecture
DSIT 29 Design Process
DSIT 33 Architectural Presentation
DSIT 34 Interior Architecture Foundation Studio
DSIT 83 Visual Communication I

Complete 1 of these

ENVS 1 Introduction to Environmental Issues
PHIL 57 Logic and Critical Reasoning

Complete 1 of these

ARTH 70A Art History, Prehistoric to Medieval
ARTH 70B Art History, Renaissance to Modern
ARTH 70C Arts of Asia

Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, SJSU's own Interior Design requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Jose State University have an Interior Design major for transfer students?

Yes. San Jose State University offers Interior Design and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to San Jose State University for Interior Design?

San Jose State University's Interior Design major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, ARTH 72, DSIT 10, DSIT 5 and DSIT 29, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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