by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the program, including rankings, popularity, diversity, and earnings. Also, learn how CIA stacks up against peers offering graphic communications.
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CIA holds a strong position among schools offering graphic communications. Specifically, it ranked #117 out of 170 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #3 in Ohio.
During the most recent reporting year, Cleveland Institute of Art awarded 21 bachelor’s degrees in graphic communications.
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 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the graphic communications majors at Cleveland Institute of Art.
This graphic communications program at CIA offers the following related majors:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects | 21 |
CIA conferred 21 completions in animation, interactive technology, video graphics, and special effects recently — 62% to women and 38% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (76%).