C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
23/100 · earnings-weighted

Art Academy of Cincinnati

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Art Academy of Cincinnati campus, Cincinnati, OH
Art Academy of Cincinnati campus, Cincinnati, OH. Photo: Wholtone, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 44%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
F
13/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
A+
90/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

259
Total Enrollment
44%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
33%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Art Academy of Cincinnati, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$34,368
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$27,483
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
41.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
50.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 79% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 4th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Art Academy of Cincinnati

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Design and Applied Arts$20,921$42,224-18%#251 of 299#231$25,000
Fine and Studio Arts$13,252$31,166-25%#402 of 423#378$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Art Academy of Cincinnati Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $387,138
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,636/mo — vs ~$869/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 41074 (7.9% cap, Dayton)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $35,203 $35,203
Room $7,825
Total Cost (On-Campus) $54,925 $54,925

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
47%
Receive Pell Grants
97%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

259
Total Students
76%
Women
91%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 6%
Black 18%
Asian 1%
Two or More 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 91%
25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Art Academy of Cincinnati?
Art Academy of Cincinnati has an acceptance rate of 33%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Art Academy of Cincinnati?
Tuition at Art Academy of Cincinnati is $35,203 for in-state students and $35,203 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Art Academy of Cincinnati?
The graduation rate at Art Academy of Cincinnati is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Art Academy of Cincinnati a good school?
Art Academy of Cincinnati has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Art Academy of Cincinnati?
Art Academy of Cincinnati has a total enrollment of 259 students. Most students (91%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology