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Cleveland Institute of Art

Cleveland, OH · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Cleveland Institute of Art campus
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Admission rate
61%
Accessible
Average net price
$31,184
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
62%
Median earnings
$42,757
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Cleveland Institute of Art is a private nonprofit college in Cleveland, OH with 539 undergraduates. It admits 61% of applicants, and admitted students average 1193 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $31,184 per year ($26,220 for families earning under $30,000). 62% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $42,757 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
61%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
963
Fall 2023
Admitted
542
Fall 2023
Yield
23%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing500–660
200800
SAT Math480–620
200800
ACT Composite23–29
136

What Cleveland Institute of Art looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$67,135
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$50,575

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$26,220
  • $30–48k$28,572
  • $48–75k$26,777
  • $75–110k$32,857
  • $110k+$38,812

Get a personal estimate with Cleveland Institute of Art's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
62%
Freshman retention
88%
Median earnings
$42,757
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
539
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
50%
  • White62%
  • Hispanic11%
  • Black16%
  • Asian4%

Cleveland Institute of Art FAQ

What is Cleveland Institute of Art's acceptance rate?+

Cleveland Institute of Art admits 61% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Cleveland Institute of Art?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 500–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 480–620 on SAT Math; the average total is 1193.

What ACT score do you need for Cleveland Institute of Art?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 23–29.

Is Cleveland Institute of Art test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Cleveland Institute of Art?+

In Fall 2023, 963 students applied to Cleveland Institute of Art and 542 were admitted; 123 enrolled.

Does Cleveland Institute of Art consider legacy status?+

No. Cleveland Institute of Art reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Cleveland Institute of Art require an essay?+

Cleveland Institute of Art reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Cleveland Institute of Art cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $67,135 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $31,184.

What is Cleveland Institute of Art's graduation rate?+

62% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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