Cleveland School Of The Arts High School

Cleveland School of the Arts (CSA) is a unique, audition-based public high school located in the University Circle neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. As part of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, the institution is dedicated to providing an intensive arts-integrated curriculum that balances rigorous college-preparatory academics with professional-level training in the performing and visual arts. Students at CSA specialize in specific artistic disciplines—such as dance, music, theater, photography, or visual arts—and are mentored by a faculty of both academic educators and practicing professional artists.

The school is widely recognized for its mission to cultivate the next generation of creative leaders by fostering a supportive, high-achievement environment. Beyond the classroom, CSA is deeply integrated into the cultural fabric of Cleveland, frequently leveraging its proximity to world-class institutions like the Cleveland Museum of Art and Severance Hall to provide students with real-world exposure and performance opportunities. By blending a comprehensive core education with a conservatory-style approach to the arts, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education, whether they choose to pursue artistic careers or paths in other professional fields.