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Thank you for beginning your application to the Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA)!

FIRST-TIME FRESHMAN students, TRANSFER students, and PRE-COLLEGE students may use this application. Return to your application any time by clicking the 'Save for Later' button.

Freshman students have not attended college other than possible dual-enrollment while still in high school (College Credit Plus or other post-secondary options). Your completed application will also include a personal statement, transcript(s), portfolio and more. 
 
Transfer students have enrolled at a college or university after high school graduation or equivalent (GED), whether taking general education courses and/or art and design classes. Your completed application will also include a personal statement, transcript(s), portfolio and more. 

Pre-College students are high school students (grades 9-12) applying for our summer Pre-College Program. You'll indicate that your application is for Pre-College. 

Freshman and transfer students are also able to apply through the Common Application, an external application that allows you to apply to many schools, including CIA.

If you have questions at any time, please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@cia.edu or 216.421.7418.