O'More College of Design

Franklin, Tennessee, United States · Est. 1970

About

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Private design college in Franklin, Tennessee, merged with Belmont University in 2018.

  • Founded in 1970 as O'More School of Interior Architecture and Design
  • Located in historic Franklin, Tennessee
  • Specialized in fashion design, fashion merchandising, graphic design, and interior design
  • Approximately 200 students at time of merger
  • Merged with Belmont University in February 2018 to become O'More School of Design at Belmont
  • Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

History & Status

O'More College of Design was a private institution founded in 1970 in the historic district of Franklin, Tennessee. The college operated as an independent institution for nearly 50 years before merging with Belmont University in Nashville in February 2018. Following the merger, it became the O'More School of Design at Belmont University, continuing its design education mission within a larger institutional framework.

Academics

The college awarded the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in four design disciplines: fashion design, fashion merchandising, graphic design, and interior design. It was accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring quality standards in its specialized design programs.

Campus & Enrollment

O'More maintained a small, focused student body of approximately 200 students. The college was housed in the historic Abbey Leix Mansion, also known as the Winstead House, which served as the administration building in Franklin's historic district.

Founded
1970
Courses
4
Total intake
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Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources