Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $47,880
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $47,880
- Average Net Price
- $41,480
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 37.8%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $12,520
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $12,520
- Books & Supplies
- $2,200
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $62,600
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 59.6%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 81.0%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 37.8%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $23,681 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $24,660 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $24,259 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $25,440 |
| $110,001+ | $61,310 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than Cleveland Institute of Art's $62,600 sticker price. Students from families earning under $110,000 typically pay around $24,000 annually after aid, while wealthy families pay the full freight. Over four years, that translates to roughly $96,000 versus $250,400 depending on income. The school's relatively generous aid brings costs down to state university levels for middle-class students.
Graduates carry a median debt of $27,000, creating monthly payments around $286. With median earnings of $42,509 ten years out, that's a manageable debt load for art school graduates. The 9:1 student-faculty ratio and strong industry connections in Cleveland's design scene help justify the investment. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here, paying just $23,681 annually while accessing the same small classes and professional networks as full-pay students.
Graduates carry a median debt of $27,000, creating monthly payments around $286. With median earnings of $42,509 ten years out, that's a manageable debt load for art school graduates. The 9:1 student-faculty ratio and strong industry connections in Cleveland's design scene help justify the investment. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here, paying just $23,681 annually while accessing the same small classes and professional networks as full-pay students.
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