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Cleveland Institute of Music

Overview

At a Glance

School type

Private, not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Faculty

105 Faculty Members | 3:01 student faculty ratio

Religious affliation

Not applicable

Mission Statement

The mission of the Cleveland Institute of Music is to provide exceptionally talented students from around the world an outstanding, thoroughly professional education in the art of music performance and related musical disciplines. The Institute embraces the legacy of the past and promotes the continuing evolution of music within a supportive and nurturing environment. The Institute also provides rigorous training in programs for gifted pre-college musicians and serves as a resource for the community with training for individuals of all ages and abilities.

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cost & financial aid

Annual tuition & fees

Undergraduate

In state

$42,040

Out of state

$42,040
Graduate

In state

$42,040

Out of state

$42,040

Financial Aid: Undergraduates

Received financial aid
98%
Did not receive aid
2%
Type of aid % of students receiving aid Average amount
Federal grants 19.0% $5,680
State/local grants 0.0% $0
Institutional grants 98.0% $23,261
Loans 44.0% $8,401

Financial aid resources

Paying for college

Learn about different ways to cover costs, incluing financial aid, GI Bills, grants and scholarships

Applying for financial Aid

Review this step-by-step guide on everything you need to do to complete your application.

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Academics

Most Popular Undergraduate majors

  • Music Performance, General
  • Music Theory and Composition
  • Music, Other
Full List of Majors

Undergraduate Majors X

  • VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
    • Music Performance, General
      • A program that generally prepares individuals to master musical instruments and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers. Includes instruction on one or more specific instruments from various instrumental groupings. See other colleges that offer this major
    • Music Theory and Composition
      • A program that focuses on the study of the principles of sound manipulation as applied to the creation of music, and the techniques of creating and arranging music. Includes instruction in aural theory, melody, counterpoint, complex harmony, modulation, chromatics, improvisation, progressions, musical writing, instrumentation, orchestration, electronic and computer applications, studies of specific musical styles, and development of original creative ability. See other colleges that offer this major
    • Music, Other

Most Popular Graduate programs

  • Music Performance, General
  • Music, Other
  • Music Theory and Composition
Full List of Programs

Graduate ProgramsX

  • VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
    • Music Performance, General
      • A program that generally prepares individuals to master musical instruments and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers. Includes instruction on one or more specific instruments from various instrumental groupings. See other colleges that offer this major
    • Music Theory and Composition
      • A program that focuses on the study of the principles of sound manipulation as applied to the creation of music, and the techniques of creating and arranging music. Includes instruction in aural theory, melody, counterpoint, complex harmony, modulation, chromatics, improvisation, progressions, musical writing, instrumentation, orchestration, electronic and computer applications, studies of specific musical styles, and development of original creative ability. See other colleges that offer this major
    • Music, Other
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Admissions

Undergraduate acceptance rate

Acceptance rate
32.89%
  • Apply 456
  • Accepted 150
  • Attend 45

Application Fee

Undergraduate
$110
Graduate
$110

Undergraduate application requirements

  • High school transcript

    Required
  • High school GPA

    Recommended
  • Recommendation letter

    Required
  • Admissions test
    (SAT or ACT)

    Recommended
  • TOEFL
    (international students)

    Required
  • Completion of college
    prep program

    Recommended
  • Demonstration of
    competencies

    Required
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Student Life

Student Demographics

Female Students
51%
Male Students
49%

Student Ethnicities
  1. Not Specified49.85%
  2. Two Or More Ethnicities23.04%
  3. Caucasian12.83%
  4. Hispanic/Latino8.16%
  5. Asian5.25%
  6. Black0.87%

Student body breakdown

Total students enrolled

347

Undergraduate students

239

Graduate students

108

Attendance breakdown

Full time
98%
Part time
2%

Student services

  • Meal plan
  • Counseling services
  • Remedial services
  • Work-study
  • Placement services
  • Study abroad
  • Weekend/evening classes
  • On-campus day care for student's children
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