Cleveland Institute of Art

Cleveland Institute of Art is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Cleveland, Ohio. The institute enrolls approximately 588 students (IPEDS 2023), offering an intimate educational environment focused on creative and applied arts. It reports a completion rate of 68% with a retention rate of 86% (IPEDS 2023) and holds an overall quality score of 62.67 out of 100.

The institute offers a program in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects at the associate's level. This program prepares students for careers in animation studios, game development, visual effects houses, and related creative technology industries. The small student body allows for personalized instruction and close mentorship from working professionals.

Located in a large city with a growing arts and technology sector, Cleveland Institute of Art provides students in the Cleveland, OH area with a specialized education in digital arts and animation, connecting them to career opportunities in one of the region's creative industries.