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Cleveland Institute of Art

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Cleveland Institute of Art campus
At the Cleveland Institute of Art we are dedicated to teaching art and design students in an environment built exclusively for creative thinkers. Learn more about our amazing faculty of practicing artists and designers, small class sizes, and 12 majors in fine art, design, craft, and entertainment arts.
Accepts first-year applicationsMidwestPrivateUrbanSmall (2,000 and under)Co-Ed
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Academic programs

  • Design
  • Art & Design
  • Visual Arts

Student experience

  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Study Abroad

Application information

First-year

You can learn more about applying as a first-time student here: https://www.cia.edu/application-requirements/

Transfer

You can learn more about applying as a transfer student here: https://www.cia.edu/application-requirements/

Visit us

Set up a visit to our campus here: https://www.cia.edu/visit/