Cleveland Institute of Music

Cleveland, Ohio · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$28,226

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

72.1%

Admission rate

47%

Undergrad size

159

In-state tuition

$52,880

Out-of-state tuition

$52,880

Cost of attendance

$61,212

Median earnings (10y)

$32,641

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
90.2%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

1 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (100% of credentials).

  • Humanities & arts100%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

4 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Music.Bachelor's97$25,500
Music.Master's89$19,171
Music.Graduate certificate22
Music.Doctoral5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Cleveland Institute of Music

Cleveland Institute of Music is a small institution located in Cleveland, Ohio, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 159 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Cleveland Institute of Music — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $28,226 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $52,880 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $61,212 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 72.1%, a strong completion outcome. 90.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $32,641 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Cleveland Institute of Music confers degrees and certificates across 1 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (100% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Cleveland Institute of Music accepts 47% of applicants, making it selective.

Location & campus

Set in Cleveland, Ohio (city), Cleveland Institute of Music draws students from across Ohio and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Cleveland Institute of Music

Q.How much does Cleveland Institute of Music cost?

The average net price at Cleveland Institute of Music is $28,226 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $61,212.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Cleveland Institute of Music?

Cleveland Institute of Music has a 6-year graduation rate of 72.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Cleveland Institute of Music?

Cleveland Institute of Music admits 47% of applicants, which is considered selective.

Q.How much do Cleveland Institute of Music graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Cleveland Institute of Music graduate earns $32,641 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Cleveland Institute of Music?

Published tuition is $52,880 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Cleveland Institute of Music located?

Cleveland Institute of Music is located in Cleveland, Ohio (ZIP 44106).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Cleveland Institute of Music at their official website.