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2024-2025 Cost of Attendance
Cost of Attendance (COA) is the combination of direct expenses (or billable) and indirect expenses (things like holiday travel, living incidentals, etc) associated with attending college.
It is used with the calculated Student Aid Index (SAI) from data reported on the FAFSA to determine eligibility for financial aid. You may receive financial aid, including student loans, for up to the total cost of attendance. Financial aid disbursed to your account in excess of your direct costs will be refunded to you.
Incoming students: Living on campus
The cost of attendance is based on incoming students who are living in a 2-bedroom suite (4 students) or a 1-bedroom suite (double occupancy) in CIA's Uptown Residence Hall, using the CaseCash-only meal plan:
| Billable (Direct) Costs | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 22,800 | 22,800 | 45,600 |
| Fees** | 1,550 | 1,550 | 3,100 |
| Orientation fee | 210 | 210 | |
| Foundation Supply Kit | 250 | 250 | 500 |
| Room (Uptown Residence Hall 2 Bedroom Suite) | 5,100 | 5,100 | 10,200 |
| Meals (CaseCash only) | 1,325 | 1,325 | 2,650 |
| Billable (Direct) Costs Subtotal | 31,235 | 31,025 | 62,260 |
| Indirect Expenses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books/Supplies | 850 | 850 | 1,700 |
| Transportation | 625 | 625 | 1,250 |
| Food | 1,825 | 1,825 | 3,650 |
| Personal Expenses | 850 | 850 | 1,700 |
| Indirect Expenses Subtotal | 4,150 | 4,150 | 8,300 |
| Cost of Attendance Total | 35,385 | 35,175 | 70,560 |
** Fees include Facility, Technology, Health Services and Student Activities.
Incoming students: Commuting
The items for the financial aid cost of attendance for incoming students who are commuting from the home of their parents/relatives are listed below:
| Billable (Direct) Costs | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 22,800 | 22,800 | 45,600 |
| Fees** | 1,550 | 1,550 | 3,100 |
| Orientation fee | 210 | 210 | |
| Foundation Supply Kit | 250 | 250 | 500 |
| Billable (Direct) Costs Subtotal | 24,810 | 24,600 | 49,410 |
| Indirect Expenses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Expenses - Housing | 6,750 | 6,750 | 13,500 |
| Living Expenses - Food | 3,150 | 3,150 | 6,300 |
| Books/Supplies | 850 | 850 | 1,700 |
| Transportation | 875 | 875 | 1,750 |
| Personal Expenses | 850 | 850 | 1,700 |
| Indirect Expenses Subtotal | 12,475 | 12,475 | 24,950 |
| Cost of Attendance Total | 37,285 | 37,075 | 74,360 |
** Fees include Facility, Technology, Health Services and Student Activities.
Currently enrolled students: Living in Euclid 117
The cost of attendance for students currently enrolled who are living on-campus in a 2-bedroom suite in the Euclid 117 residence hall with the CaseCash only meal plan:
| Billable (Direct) Costs | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 22,800 | 22,800 | 45,600 |
| Fees** | 1,550 | 1,550 | 3,100 |
| Room (Uptown Residence Hall 2 Bedroom Suite) | 5,100 | 5,100 | 10,200 |
| Meals (CaseCash only) | 1,325 | 1,325 | 2,650 |
| Billable (Direct) Costs Subtotal | 30,775 | 30,775 | 61,550 |
| Indirect Expenses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books/Supplies | 1,100 | 1,100 | 2,200 |
| Transportation | 625 | 625 | 1,250 |
| Food | 1,825 | 1,825 | 3,650 |
| Personal Expenses | 850 | 850 | 1,700 |
| Indirect Expenses Subtotal | 4,400 | 4,400 | 8,800 |
| Cost of Attendance Total | 35,175 | 35,175 | 70,350 |
** Fees include Facility, Technology, Health Services and Student Activities
Currently enrolled students: Commuting/Living Off-Campus
The cost of attendance for students commuting from the home of their parents/relatives or living in an off-campus apartment rental:
| Billable (Direct) Costs | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 22,800 | 22,800 | 45,600 |
| Fees** | 1,550 | 1,550 | 3,100 |
| Billable (Direct) Costs Subtotal | 24,350 | 24,350 | 48,700 |
| Indirect Expenses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Expenses - Housing | 6,750 | 6,750 | 13,500 |
| Living Expenses - Food | 3,150 | 3,150 | 6,300 |
| Books and Supplies | 1,100 | 1,100 | 2,200 |
| Transportation | 875 | 875 | 1,750 |
| Personal Expenses | 850 | 850 | 1,700 |
| Indirect Expenses Subtotal | 12,725 | 12,725 | 25,450 |
| Cost of Attendance Total | 37,075 | 37,075 | 74,150 |
** Fees include Facility, Technology, Health Services and Student Activities
*Fees include the following types and amounts:
| Type of Fee | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology Fee | 330 | 330 | 660 |
| Facilities Fee | 700 | 700 | 1,400 |
| Health Service Fee | 360 | 360 | 720 |
| Student Activity Fee | 160 | 160 | 320 |
| First-year Supplies Fee | 500 | 500 | |
| Orientation Fee | 210 | — | 210 |
Billable (Direct) Costs
All students receive a tuition and fees statement and a registration form sent to their CIA email address to complete each semester in their myCIA account. The bill includes charges for tuition and room and board (if they're living in CIA's residence halls and/or have purchased a meal plan).
Indirect Costs
Books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses are not costs that students will be billed for through CIA. However, these expenses are associated with attending CIA and are included in the cost of attendance.
Office of Student Accounts
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Mon–Fri
8:30am - 4:30pm
Emailstudentaccounts@cia.edu
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216.421.7318
or 800.223.4700
Laptop Requirements
Just as artists need the right tools for their work, so do art students need certain tools for success.
To ensure that you have the tools you’ll need to succeed in your major, CIA requires all students to have a laptop. At a minimum, this laptop should support Adobe Creative Cloud. The majority of first-year digital work is centered around Adobe Creative Cloud. Once students enter their sophomore year, they are expected to own a laptop which meets major-specific requirements, outlined on the Laptop Requirements page on myCIA.
CIA, of course, provides computer labs, printers, and other high-tech equipment to address the higher-end, specialized needs of all students.
The average one-time cost will vary by major, but is expected to range between $1,500 and $2,500, including hardware, software, warranty, and any other required items.