Dear Parents,

It is a bittersweet time when children leave home for college. On one hand, we are proud to see them grow up and go off into adulthood, and on the other we long to keep them close. As a parent myself, I am familiar with the trepidation felt as a child begins the college search. I also know you play a vital role in that process. So, I would like to help you discover more about the Cleveland Institute of Music and to learn what makes a CIM education unusual and distinct. Though our admission web page is designed to help students at this stage in their lives, you will also feel a need to know the basics. So, I invite you to look in depth at this readily available information. It is only a click away.

Perhaps your son or daughter is not yet a senior. This is a great time to get an early start, to become familiar with CIM and other leading schools, to compare programs and visit campuses. An excellent resource is our document called CIM Fast Facts. If you are looking for a lot of information in a clear, concise format, Fast Facts will be perfect. If a visit to CIM is possible, we would be delighted to give you a tour. Just contact the Admission Office for an appointment.

If your student is in 12th grade and ready to apply, the need to gather detailed information becomes more immediate. At this stage, reading our application and audition instructions is most helpful. Our online catalog is also available and is the primary reference document for CIM students. It includes comprehensive information about faculty, mission, facilities, programs of study, admission and audition requirements, academic and performance requirements, residence life, finances, course descriptions, and much more.

Obviously, there is a lot to consider! For now, please accept my invitation to explore - and if you are unable to find the information you are seeking, just let me know. I am here for you, too!

Sincerely,

William Fay
Director of Admission