by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at CIA. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level. It ranks as high as #2 out of 3 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, CIA among the top schools in the country for graphic communications, placing at #71 out of 146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Graphic Communications Schools | 71 of 146 |
| Best Graphic Communications Schools in Ohio | 2 of 4 |
| Best Graphic Communications Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 13 of 23 |
Here is each degree level offered in graphic communications at CIA, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 21 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Cleveland Institute of Art conferred 21 bachelor’s degrees in graphic communications.
CIA ranks competitively among schools offering graphic communications at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #2 out of 3 schools by College Factual.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at CIA, graphic communications students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is above $27,000, the typical median for all majors at CIA.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $42,530 | $45,600 |
| Fees | $3,100 | $3,100 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 38% of graphic communications bachelor’s degrees went to men and 62% went to women.
The majority of graphic communications bachelor’s degree graduates at CIA are White. About 76% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cleveland Institute of Art with a bachelor’s in graphic communications.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
CIA granted 21 bachelor’s completions in animation, interactive technology, video graphics, and special effects in the most recent reporting year — 62% to women and 38% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (76%).