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Score: 62/100

Cleveland Institute of Music

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Cleveland, Ohio 44106

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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 (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 69%

Outcomes

84/100

Affordability

19/100

Resources

B+

75/100

Experience

B+

81/100

Prestige

48/100

Quick Stats

350

Total Enrollment

69%

Graduation Rate

98%

Retention Rate

6.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

38%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Cleveland Institute of Music Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $193,649
Avg rent near campus: $1,581/mo — vs ~$1,278/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 44108 (13.9% cap, Cleveland)

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🏆 Where Cleveland Institute of Music Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#25

Music Performance, General

of 79 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$40,000	$40,000
Room	$11,500
Board	$7,580
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$61,212	$61,212

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

19%

Receive Pell Grants

43%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Music Performance, General 129 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cleveland Institute of Music's top programs commonly pursue.

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Music directors and composers

$64k/yr 47,300 jobs

Musicians and singers

169,800 jobs

Student Demographics

350

Total Students

50%

Women

99%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%

Hispanic 4%

Black 3%

Asian 15%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 29%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 75%

Hybrid (Some Online) 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 99%

25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cleveland Institute of Music?

Cleveland Institute of Music has an acceptance rate of 38%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.

How much does it cost to attend Cleveland Institute of Music?

Tuition at Cleveland Institute of Music is $40,000 for in-state students and $40,000 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Cleveland Institute of Music?

The graduation rate at Cleveland Institute of Music is 69%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Cleveland Institute of Music a good school?

Cleveland Institute of Music has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): 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 Cleveland Institute of Music?

Cleveland Institute of Music has a total enrollment of 350 students. Most students (99%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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