International Students and Families


Welcome to Interlochen

Artists from all over the world have found an inspiring and transformative experience at Interlochen. Surrounded by a creative, global community, immersed in a scenic, natural setting, individual talents thrive. Here you will learn from renowned professionals, while developing lifelong friendships and enduring confidence.

Arts Academy Overview

Learn about how to apply, enrollment processes for international students, English as a second language curriculum, campus life, and more.

Preparing for Academy

Review the International Student section for more detailed Arts Academy information specific to our international families.

Arts Camp Overview

Learn about how to apply, enrollment considerations for international students, and camp life.

Preparing for Camp

Review the International Student section for more detailed Arts Camp information specific to our international families.

Virtual Tour Resources Center

Tour our facilities, hear from students, and register for online events from the comfort of your home.

Virtual Tour

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Interlochen News & Features

A conductor gestures with his stick to a group of student musicians.
Imagine US: America at 250 performance in Philadelphia celebrates nearly a century of Interlochen partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra

Yo-Yo Ma will headline the March 13 program, conducted by Cristian Măcelaru.

Dancers scatter around a studio space with large mirrors.
“What success looks like”: Arts Academy dance students share what it’s like to work with dance icons

Here’s what two sophomores had to say about taking master classes with greats like Gillian Murphy, Herman Cornejo, Peter Sparling, and more.

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Interlochen Arts Academy students earn accolades in YoungArts competition

12 Arts Academy students earned accolades in one of the nation’s leading awards programs for high school-age artists.

Upcoming Interlochen Concerts & Events

Feb
5

Academy Student

Singer-Songwriter and Popular Music Ensemble at the City Opera House

Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 7 p.m. ET

City Opera House $25, $20, Students $10

Feb
5

Music, Academy Student

Music Recital

Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Music Center 1010 FREE, no tickets required

Feb
6

Visual Arts, Academy Student

Juried Student Exhibition

Friday, February 6, 2026 - 6:30 p.m. ET

Dow Center for Visual Arts Gordon Brunner Family Gallery FREE, no tickets required