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Cleveland Institute of Art

Private nonprofit Cleveland, OH · Urban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
62%
Graduation Rate
$42,509
Earnings (10yr)
$29,208
Net Price
61%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an enrollment of just 539 students, the Cleveland Institute of Art caters to individuals passionate about visual and performing arts and health professions. This intimate setting means students often find a tight-knit community where collaboration and creativity flourish. Given the 61% acceptance rate, it’s accessible to many aspiring artists and health professionals eager to hone their skills in a supportive environment.

After graduation, students can expect earnings around $42,509 within ten years. This figure suggests a steady path toward financial independence, especially for those in the creative fields, where opportunities can vary widely. While the affordability of education is a consideration, many students benefit from financial aid, with 42% receiving Pell Grants, which can help alleviate some of the burden.

Looking at the practical side, the net price after aid is about $29,208, with a median debt of $27,000. This financial snapshot highlights the importance of careful planning for prospective students. Those who thrive here are likely to be self-motivated and passionate about their craft, ready to engage in a rigorous curriculum that prepares them for a dynamic career in the arts or health sectors.

How Cleveland Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation62%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$29KRetention88%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate42%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$23K$0-30K$25K$30-48K$27K$48-75K$37K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$49,400
In-State Tuition
$49,400
Out-of-State
$29,208
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
42%
Pell Grant Rate
79%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$23,423
Family Income $0–$30K
$24,992
Family Income $30K–$48K
$26,654
Family Income $48K–$75K
$37,436
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,148
6 Years After Entry
$34,159
8 Years
$42,509
10 Years
0.64x
Debt-to-Earnings
51%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,148 6yr $34,159 8yr $42,509 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.31
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.2%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 61%
Retention Rate 88%
SAT Average 1193
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 980–1280
ACT Range 23–29
Full-Time Faculty 47%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,134
Diversity Index 0.57
First-Gen Students 27%

Top Programs

Visual & Performing Arts 75%
Health Professions 9%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Great Lakes
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
66%
White
62%
Hispanic
11%
Black
16%
Asian
4%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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