Admissions Overview
The admission process at Cleveland Institute of Art has a 56% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Cleveland Institute of Art has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
56%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
963
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
23%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Cleveland Institute of Art has a 56% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Cleveland Institute of Art evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Letters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Cleveland Institute of Art. About 20% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,060 to 1,300. Additionally, about 14% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 22 to 26.
SAT Scores
20% of students submitted400
1600
1060 – 1300
200
800
550 – 670
200
800
510 – 630
ACT Scores
14% of students submitted1
36
22 – 26
1
36
19 – 28
1
36
18 – 28
Admission Statistics
963 students applied to CIA. Of those, 56% were accepted (542 students). Of these 542 accepted students, 123 chose to enroll.
963
Total Applicants
542
Students Admitted
123
Students Enrolled
56%
Acceptance Rate