Welcome to the Cleveland Institute of Music! The information on this page is intended for first-time inquirers, prospective students who are ready to apply, and parents. A great way to become acquainted with our school is through CIM At A Glance. This document conveniently provides a great deal of information and may well answer many of your initial questions.

We invite you to add your name to our mailing list by completing our brief online inquiry form, which is processed by IQ.Web. Just click on the link at the end of this paragraph. At the bottom of the IQ.Web page, click on the final link – "Fill out the CIM Online Inquiry without an IQ.Web account". Of course, you are free to create an account if you prefer, but it will take a little more time for you to provide the necessary information and establish your password.
Online Inquiry Form

If you are ready to apply, just click on the link below for the online application. Its user-friendly setup will allow you to save your data and return to it as many times as you require. You submit your application only when you are finished and ready to do so.
Online Application

General Information

• A Message to Parents
• CIM At A Glance - A great deal of information in a small package!
• CIM catalog
• Visitor information, travel instructions, and area maps
• Answers to frequently asked questions

Audition Information

• Application Instructions
• Audition schedule
• Audition Requirements (PDF)

Available Forms And PDF's

Required Tests

Financial Aid Information

Cleveland Institute of Music
Admission Office
11021 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone (216) 795-3107