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Cleveland Institute of Music

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Cleveland, Ohio 44106-1776

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Close-knit campus

Cleveland Institute of Music is a private urban institution in Cleveland, Ohio. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 193 undergraduates with a 6:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $32,641 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $32,623.

Established
1920
Type
Private music conservatory

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38%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
193Students
6:1Student:Faculty
69%Grad Rate
$32,641Earnings 10yr
$32,623Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Cleveland Institute of Music Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate38.2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

38.2%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$42,500
Room & Board$14,550
Books & Supplies$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance$58,843
Average Net Price$32,623
Median Debt at Graduation$24,968
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$29,523
$30–48K$34,698
$48–75K$33,245
$75–110K$33,843
$110K+$33,186

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

63.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$18,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (5)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

98%

Positive
  • •98% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
193
Gender Split
49% / 51%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
15%

Race & Ethnicity

White 47%
Black 4%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 18%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 19%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate68.5%
Freshman Retention97.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$20,170
10 Years$32,641

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CLE Cleveland15 mi
PIT Pittsburgh100 mi
DTW Detroit102 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA545 mi · ~15h 45m drive
New York, NY399 mi · ~11h 32m drive
Hartford, CT462 mi · ~13h 21m drive
Providence, RI526 mi · ~15h 12m drive
Albany, NY410 mi · ~11h 51m drive
Syracuse, NY299 mi · ~8h 38m drive
Rochester, NY234 mi · ~6h 46m drive
Buffalo, NY169 mi · ~4h 53m drive
Philadelphia, PA354 mi · ~10h 14m drive
Pittsburgh, PA112 mi · ~3h 14m drive
Harrisburg, PA261 mi · ~7h 32m drive
Newark, NJ391 mi · ~11h 18m drive
Washington, DC301 mi · ~8h 42m drive
Baltimore, MD304 mi · ~8h 47m drive
Atlanta, GA557 mi · ~16h 5m drive
Charlotte, NC436 mi · ~12h 36m drive
Raleigh, NC427 mi · ~12h 20m drive
Miami, FL1091 mi · ~31h 31m drive
Orlando, FL897 mi · ~25h 55m drive
Tampa, FL938 mi · ~27h 6m drive
Nashville, TN463 mi · ~13h 23m drive
New Orleans, LA928 mi · ~26h 49m drive
Richmond, VA353 mi · ~10h 12m drive
Chicago, IL312 mi · ~9h 1m drive
Detroit, MI93 mi · ~2h 41m drive
Minneapolis, MN633 mi · ~18h 17m drive
St. Louis, MO496 mi · ~14h 20m drive
Kansas City, MO703 mi · ~20h 19m drive
Indianapolis, IN267 mi · ~7h 43m drive
Columbus, OH130 mi · ~3h 45m drive
Cleveland, OH5 mi · ~9 min drive
Milwaukee, WI339 mi · ~9h 48m drive
Dallas, TX1029 mi · ~29h 44m drive
Houston, TX1118 mi · ~32h 18m drive
Austin, TX1188 mi · ~34h 19m drive
San Antonio, TX1261 mi · ~36h 26m drive
Los Angeles, CA2049 mi · ~59h 12m drive
San Francisco, CA2166 mi · ~62h 34m drive
San Diego, CA2035 mi · ~58h 47m drive
Seattle, WA2024 mi · ~58h 28m drive
Portland, OR2054 mi · ~59h 20m drive
Denver, CO1228 mi · ~35h 29m drive
Phoenix, AZ1750 mi · ~50h 33m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1569 mi · ~45h 20m drive
Honolulu, HI4561 mi · ~131h 46m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Cleveland (CLE)15 miles
Rental car
23 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
30 min$18-30
Pittsburgh (PIT)100 miles
Rental car
150 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
200 min$120-200

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