CIA Continuing Education + Community Outreach

CIA Continuing Education + Community Outreach CIAโ€™s Continuing Education + Community Outreach program offers dynamic art and design classes for high school students, young artists and adults.

Each semester we serve all age groups by helping each student learn new skills or improve on existing skills. Our courses take place on Clevelandโ€™s east side at the campus of Cleveland Institute of Art.

LAST CALL! ๐Ÿ“ฃRegister your young artist for our Summer Young Artist Classes (Grades Kโ€“12)! ๐ŸŽจโ˜€๏ธ Whether your child is just...
06/03/2026

LAST CALL! ๐Ÿ“ฃ
Register your young artist for our Summer Young Artist Classes (Grades Kโ€“12)! ๐ŸŽจโ˜€๏ธ Whether your child is just beginning their artistic journey or looking to expand their skills, our classes are designed to spark creativity and build confidence through hands-on projects in a supportiveโ€Œ studio โ€Œenvironment!

๐Ÿ—“ Classes run from June 8โ€“18
๐Ÿ”— Register now at cia.edu/ceco

Not quite ready for Pre-College? We've got you covered! ๐Ÿ˜ŽOur NEW one-week course prepares young artists for our Pre-Coll...
05/29/2026

Not quite ready for Pre-College? We've got you covered! ๐Ÿ˜Ž
Our NEW one-week course prepares young artists for our Pre-College program โ€” a college-credit experience where students spend two weeks in our studios leveling-up their skills while getting a taste of what art school is all about!

In Pre-College Prep, students build essential skills in observational drawing, strengthening their ability to see, analyze and translate the world around you. Plus, they'll explore mixed media, experimenting with materials and developing a personal approach to making!

๐Ÿ”— Learn more and apply at the link in our bio!โ€Œ
๐Ÿ—“ Classes begin June 22

Last chance to register your young artist for our Summer Young Artist Classes (Grades Kโ€“12)! ๐ŸŽจโ˜€๏ธStudents will spend two ...
05/27/2026

Last chance to register your young artist for our Summer Young Artist Classes (Grades Kโ€“12)! ๐ŸŽจโ˜€๏ธ
Students will spend two weeks creating in our studios, exploring a variety of mediums and bringing their ideas to life while building skills and confidence.

๐Ÿ—“ Classes run from June 8โ€“18
๐Ÿ”— Register now at https://ow.ly/v3jq50Z4TZ4

Cameraless Photography? That's right! In this 4 week course, you'll  learn how to make cyanotype and silver gelatin phot...
05/20/2026

Cameraless Photography? That's right!
In this 4 week course, you'll learn how to make cyanotype and silver gelatin photograms in a traditional wet lab darkroom, and how to utilize these same techniques to make photograms at home without specialized equipment!

You'll also learn about the history of photogenic drawing, and look at historical and contemporary examples and practices.

Class runs June 13 โ€“ July 11 (no class July 4)
Open to students 16+
๐Ÿ”— Learn more and register at the link in our bio!โ€Œ

Thereโ€™s still time to apply! ๐ŸŒž๐ŸŽจIn our Pre-College Program, high school students spend two weeks in our studios, mentored...
05/18/2026

Thereโ€™s still time to apply! ๐ŸŒž๐ŸŽจ
In our Pre-College Program, high school students spend two weeks in our studios, mentored by professional artists + designers who take their work seriously. Students level up their skills while earning college credit and getting a taste of what art school is all about!

Session I: July 5โ€“17, 2026
Session II: July 19โ€“31, 2026
๐Ÿ”— Learn more and apply at cia.edu/pre-college
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What is Pre-College Prep? ๐Ÿค”This course is designed to prepare you for our Pre-College program, an intensive, college-cre...
05/04/2026

What is Pre-College Prep? ๐Ÿค”
This course is designed to prepare you for our Pre-College program, an intensive, college-credit experience where you'll spend two weeks in our studios leveling-up your skills while earning college credit and getting a taste of what art school is all about!

Youโ€™ll build essential skills in observational drawing, strengthening your ability to see, analyze and translate the world around you. Plus, youโ€™ll explore mixed media, experimenting with materials and developing your personal approach to making.

๐Ÿ—“ Classes begin June 22
๐Ÿ”— Learn more and apply at the link in our bio!

Applications are now open for our NEW Pre-College Prep course! ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ–‹๏ธGet a head start on your creative journey with this on...
05/01/2026

Applications are now open for our NEW Pre-College Prep course! ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ–‹๏ธ
Get a head start on your creative journey with this one-week Pre-College Prep course designed for motivated 8th grade (rising 9th grade) students. This immersive experience introduces young artists to the structure, expectations and excitement of a college-level studio environment!

This course is designed to prepare you for our Pre-College program, an intensive, college-credit experience where you'll spend two weeks in our studios leveling-up your skills and getting a taste of what art school is all about!

๐Ÿ—“ Classes begin June 22
๐Ÿ”— Learn more and apply at cia.edu/pre-college-prep

Ever wondered what a typical day as a pre-college student looks like? โžก๏ธ Swipe to see how a here day unfolds!Spend 2 or ...
04/16/2026

Ever wondered what a typical day as a pre-college student looks like? โžก๏ธ Swipe to see how a here day unfolds!

Spend 2 or 4 weeks at CIA this summer, mentored by professional artists and designers who take your work seriously. Level up your skills, earn college credit, and experience what art school is really like!

๐Ÿ”— Learn more and apply at cia.edu/pre-college
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Looking for a meaningful summer experience for your child? โ˜€๏ธ Registration is officially open for our Summer Young Artis...
04/14/2026

Looking for a meaningful summer experience for your child? โ˜€๏ธ Registration is officially open for our Summer Young Artist Classes (K-12)!

Students spend two weeks creating in our studios, exploring a variety of mediums and bringing their ideas to life while building skills and confidence!

๐Ÿ—“ Classes run from June 8 โ€“ June 18
๐Ÿ”— Learn more and register now at the link in our bio

Ever wanted to make your own clothes? ๐Ÿชกโœ‚๏ธIn introduction to sewing students will complete a series of projects over the ...
04/13/2026

Ever wanted to make your own clothes? ๐Ÿชกโœ‚๏ธ
In introduction to sewing students will complete a series of projects over the course of 8 weeks that will teach the basics of sewing. Class will focus on learning pattern making for garments, and how to sew different seams. This will all accumulate to a final project where students will make their own garment to take home from the course!

๐Ÿ—“ Classes begin the week of May 11
๐Ÿ”— Learn more and register now at the link in our bio!
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Address

11610 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH
44106

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12164217460

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