At The Cleveland Institute of Art, we are especially pleased to receive applications from international students as we believe you contribute greatly to our school environment. As a student at CIA, you will live and learn in University Circle, the cultural hub of Cleveland, Ohio, where creativity and innovation meet in one of the most concentrated and renowned cultural districts in the United States.
With curriculum dedicated to excellence in art and design education and a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you will receive exceptional personal attention at CIA. Your professors will know you by name and nurture your interests, potential, and goals.
As an international student, we also recognize your concerns about adjusting to cultural, social, and environmental changes. Therefore, our Office of Academic Services and International Programs staff will help you adapt to life at CIA and serve as a hub of helpful information for you.
International Student Application Process
International students should adhere to the same admission procedures, deadlines, and portfolio guidelines as first-year freshmen or transfer applicants. You also must include the additional requirements below in your application.
1. Download and complete an International Student Supplemental Application form.
2. Download and complete a Certification of Finances form.
3. If English is not your native language, demonstrate proof of English language proficiency with one of the following:
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of at least 525 PBT (paper-based test), 213 CBT (computer-based test), or 80 IBT (Internet-based test)
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System ) band score of 6.0 or higher
- SAT or ACT test scores
- Completion of Level 112 ESL coursework
4. Send all application materials to:
Office of Admissions
The Cleveland Institute of Art
11141 East Boulevard
Cleveland, Ohio 44106
If you have any questions about our application process, please contact our Office of Admissions.
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International Student Scholarships
As an international student, you are not eligible for federal, state, or institutional need-based financial aid. However, you may compete in all merit-based scholarships administered by CIA. See a full list of available scholarships.
If you have any questions about our scholarships, please contact our Office of Financial Aid.
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For your convenience, we have made the following brochures available in Mandarin Chinese:
Travel Brochure 2011-12 (Mandarin)
Industrial Design Products (Mandarin)
International Student Profile (Mandarin)
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