Introduction and Overview

Geographical location: Located in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, it is located in the university circle of the city. It is surrounded by a strong cultural atmosphere and is one of the most unique cultural centers in the United States. It was once rated as one of the top ten most beautiful communities in the United States by Forbes magazine.

Campus size: Medium-sized, with multiple campuses in Cleveland, including the main campus and some venues for teaching and practice of specific majors.

Number of students: There are 580 undergraduate students in the fall of 2021.

History and founding time

Founded in 1882, it was originally the Western Reserve School of Design for Women. It was founded by Sarah Kimball in her living room with only one teacher and one student. In 1892, it was renamed Cleveland School of Art and became a coeducational school. It began to offer a bachelor's degree in fine arts in 1947 and was officially renamed Cleveland Institute of Art in 1949.

School Strength

Faculty: There are 50 full-time teachers and 60 part-time teachers in 2021-2022, with a teacher-student ratio of 1:9 or 1:10, and almost every student can get special care from the professor.

Teaching Resources: It has modern teaching facilities and rich art resources, such as Peter B. Lewis Theater, Reinberger Gallery, etc. The school has also established cooperative relationships with enterprises, museums, etc. to provide students with internship and practice opportunities.

Institutional Nature

Private art and design college.

Educational Philosophy

The mission is to cultivate creative leaders through innovative art and design education, inspire people, strengthen communities, and contribute to a prosperous and sustainable economy. Emphasizing values ​​such as creativity, excellence, inclusiveness, and personalization, it focuses on cultivating students' artistic skills and creativity, while also paying attention to students' personal development and social responsibility.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines

Key Disciplines: Industrial design, jewelry design, illustration and other majors have obvious advantages and are well-known throughout the United States and even the world. In addition, painting, glass, biomedical art, ceramics, communication design, photography, sculpture, interior design and other majors are also quite strong.

Key laboratories: The school has various professional studios, such as Metals studio, Glass studios, Wood shop, Ceramics studios, etc., which provide students with space for practice and creation, equipped with advanced equipment and tools to meet the needs of students of different majors.

Department

No relevant information about the school's clear division of departments has been found, but there are 13 majors for students to choose from, including animation, craft and design, ceramics, glass, jewelry and metal, painting, game design, graphic design, illustration, industrial design, transportation design, interior architecture, life science illustration, photography, printmaking, sculpture and extended media, etc.

Ranking

In 2020, it was rated as the best Midwestern college by Princeton Review, and it was the only art and design college to receive this honor that year.

In 2018-2019, it was listed in the "Best Value for Money" ranking by Money magazine.

Cost

The tuition fee for the 2024-2025 academic year is approximately US$45,240, in addition to other expenses such as accommodation, meals, and books. The school will provide students with certain scholarships and grants.

Campus Environment

Buildings and Facilities: There are historic buildings on campus, such as the Joseph McCullough Center for Visual Arts, and the modern George Gund Building, which houses the Peter B. Lewis Theater, Reinberger Gallery and other facilities.

Humanistic Environment: Full of artistic atmosphere, students can communicate and create with like-minded people here. The school also often holds various art exhibitions, lectures and activities, and invites well-known artists to visit.

Security: The school has taken a variety of security measures, such as security patrols and monitoring systems, to ensure the personal and property safety of students.