Cleveland Institute of Art
Private college · Cleveland, OH · 539 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
61%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
980–1280
ACT (middle 50%)
23–29
Average net price
$31,184
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$67,135
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
62%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Cleveland Institute of Art?
Cleveland Institute of Art accepts about 61 of every 100 applicants (61%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 980 and 1280 on the SAT. A score at or above 1280 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 980, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–29.
The latest federal data says Cleveland Institute of Art is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Cleveland Institute of Art's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Cleveland Institute of Art cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $67,135 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $31,184 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $50,575 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$50,575
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$50,575
- Room & board$13,250
- Total cost of attendance$67,135
- Average net price after grants$31,184
Popular majors
Visual & Performing Arts, Communications Technology, Health Professions & Nursing.
Cleveland Institute of Art FAQ
- What is Cleveland Institute of Art's acceptance rate?
- 61% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Cleveland Institute of Art?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 980–1280. Aim for 1280 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Cleveland Institute of Art?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–29.
- Is Cleveland Institute of Art test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Cleveland Institute of Art is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Cleveland Institute of Art's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Cleveland Institute of Art cost?
- About $67,135 a year before aid; $31,184 on average after grants.
- What is Cleveland Institute of Art's FAFSA school code?
- 003982. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Cleveland Institute of Art receives your information.
- What is Cleveland Institute of Art's graduation rate?
- 62% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Cleveland Institute of Art
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State UniversityColumbus, OH | 61% | 1310–1480 | $17,269 | 87% |
| University of AkronAkron, OH | 60% | 900–1190 | $13,072 | 53% |
| The College of WoosterWooster, OH | 60% | 1220–1460 | $26,433 | 71% |
| Mount St. Joseph UniversityCincinnati, OH | 59% | 930–1140 | $19,231 | 54% |
| The Christ College of Nursing and Health SciencesCincinnati, OH | 59% | — | $17,566 | 60% |
| Franciscan University of SteubenvilleSteubenville, OH | 58% | 1110–1350 | $24,629 | 76% |