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Compare the Cleveland Institute of Music Value of an Education

Is Cleveland Institute of Music Worth the Price?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from Cleveland Institute of Music below.

On this Page You'll Find:

  • State Ranking of Cleveland Institute of Music
  • Price vs. Value Comparison
  • Estimated Degree Cost
  • Breakdown of Financial Aid
  • Value Calculation Methodology

Within Ohio, Cleveland Institute of Music is Considered a High Quality College at an Expensive Price.

Cleveland Institute of Music's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Ohio. This lands Cleveland Institute of Music in the #51 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Ohio.

Nationally, Good Overall School that is Very Overpriced

Cleveland Institute of Music ranks in the top 40% nationwide for overall educational quality, however, it's also one of the most expensive. In a nationwide comparison, other colleges and universities delivering the same caliber of education as Cleveland Institute of Music cost much less. This has earned it a very low ranking of #1,207 on the Best Colleges for the Money list. The school earns good marks for quality, but is considerably overpriced. You can receive a comparable education elsewhere for a much better price.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Cleveland Institute of Music compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

UnderpricedBest
  • $103,443 - College of the Atlantic
  • $104,693 - Xavier University of Louisiana
  • $120,911 - University of North Florida
Good
  • $124,664 - Clarke University
  • $126,314 - Florida Southern College
AverageFair
  • $140,047 - Montclair State University
Low
  • $164,321 - Jacksonville University
OverpricedPoor
  • $169,572 - Cleveland Institute of Music
  • $170,644 - Massachusetts College of Art and Design
  • $187,369 - College for Creative Studies
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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $169,572

On average, a bachelor's degree at Cleveland Institute of Music will cost you about $169,572. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $39,221 per year and an average of 4.3 years to graduate.

 Amount
Average Yearly Cost$39,221
Average Years to Graduate4.3
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree$169,572

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Cleveland Institute of Music. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Total Degree CostAffordability RankValue Grade
Students Receiving no Aid$289,4581,536F
All Students (With and Without Aid)$169,5721,340F+
Only Students Receiving Aid$169,5721,493F
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Total Degree CostAffordability RankValue Grade
Students Receiving no Aid$289,45866F
All Students (With and Without Aid)$169,57264D-
Only Students Receiving Aid$169,57266F+

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Ohio.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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