Cleveland Institute of Music is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Cleveland, Ohio with 159 undergraduates. It admits 47% of applicants, costs an average of $30,269 a year after grants and graduates 85% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Cleveland Institute of Music acceptance rate and admissions
Cleveland Institute of Music admitted 47% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Cleveland Institute of Music tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $55,510 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $17,330 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $72,601 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $30,269 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $30,269 a year after grants and scholarships, $42,332 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Cleveland Institute of Music graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 85% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $27,260 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 72% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Cleveland Institute of Music majors and what graduates earn
Cleveland Institute of Music awarded bachelor's degrees in 1 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from music ($37,656).
All 1 majors at Cleveland Institute of Music
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | 56 | $13,093 | $37,656 | $19,500 |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Cleveland Institute of Music
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
Students and location
- 159 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 50% women, 50% men
- 6 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Cleveland Institute of Music?
Cleveland Institute of Music admitted 47% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Cleveland Institute of Music cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $55,510. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $30,269 a year in 2024-25.
Is Cleveland Institute of Music test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Cleveland Institute of Music reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Cleveland Institute of Music?
85% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Cleveland Institute of Music graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $27,260 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.