THE LOCATION

SPIRE partners with the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, responsible for attracting over 210 major sporting events to northeast Ohio, improving the economy of Greater Cleveland and enriching the community by attracting, creating, managing and enhancing significant sporting and competitive events.

SPIRE’s annual impact statewide is estimated at $90 million with over 1,000 jobs sustained. Geneva is uniquely situated in northeast Ohio, just 45 minutes from downtown Cleveland and local attractions such as:

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Cavaliers and Cleveland Guardians.

Playhouse Square - the largest performing arts center in the country outside of New York City.

The Cleveland Orchestra - highly regarded as one of the finest in the world.

Numerous museums, a zoo and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

For visiting parents wanting to stay closer to campus and looking to unwind, Ashtabula County offers more than 30 local wineries, including the country’s leading makers of ice wine. Geneva-on-the-Lake offers endless charm, dining and entertainment options on the shores of Lake Erie.

Admissions

Next steps for applying to SPIRE: Complete an online application, including submitting letters of recommendation and academic records.

Schedule a campus visit which includes time to meet with coaches, shadow classes and tour facilities. If you are not able to visit campus, schedule a virtual visit with an admissions counselor.

After an application is submitted and favorably reviewed by the admission committee, a contract will be sent. A signed contract with deposit will enroll the student. SPIRE works on rolling admission and accepts applications while space is available.