Cleveland Institute of Art
About Cleveland Institute of Art
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cleveland Institute of Art is a private university in Cleveland, OH. It has a 69.8% acceptance rate and a 73.1% graduation rate, serving approximately 575 students.
Founded
1882
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Students
539
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
61.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
57.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$49,400
Per year
Avg Net Price
$29,208
After financial aid
SAT Average
1193
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$42,509
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
61.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Cleveland Institute of Art accepts 61.4% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1193/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
57.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
87.8%
4-Year Grad
47%
6-Year Grad
56%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
47.1%
$/Student
$14.2K
Class Size
Small
While 47% finish in 4 years, 87.8% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$49,400
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,850
Books & Supplies
$1,700
Total Cost of Attendance
$64,587
After Financial Aid
$29,208
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$23,423
Receive Grants
42.2%
Take Loans
78.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $64,587/yr, including $12,850 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $29,208.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Cleveland Institute of Art fund their education.
While in School
42.2%
Get Grants
Free money
78.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$53,314
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $43K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Cleveland Institute of Art.
Gender
74%
Female
26%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
539
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
26.7%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
5.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 74% of the student body. 26.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
539
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Special Focus
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cleveland Institute of Artearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,509
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 5Design and Applied Arts
$23K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Fine and Studio Arts
$19K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Graphic Communications
$19K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Medical Illustration and Informatics
—
7 grads
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
—
4 grads
Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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