Why Study Interdisciplinary Arts at Interlochen

Here, interdisciplinary artists develop their skills and hone their creativity by pursuing their individual interests and goals.

With the guidance of our faculty and the support of your peers, you'll explore different artistic mediums of study. You'll collaborate, experiment, and discover that there are no limits to your imagination.

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Interdisciplinary Arts Major

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Education That Knows No Bounds

Interested in more than one art form? We are here to nurture your curiosity. At Interlochen, you'll have the freedom to study more than one discipline and expand your creativity.

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Learn from Multiple Mentors

You'll find guidance and inspiration from our distinguished faculty in seven arts disciplines: creative writing, dance, film & new media, interdisciplinary arts, music, theatre, and visual arts. 

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Carve Your Own Path

Let wonder be your guide as you delve into different art disciplines, selecting classes that best suit your interests and goals, and develop your talents.

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Space to Be Free

Amid the natural beauty of northern Michigan, you'll find state-of-the-art facilities for all your artistic projects.

Interdisciplinary Arts News & Features

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Arts Academy students excel in the 2023 national Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

Twelve Arts Academy students received a total of 17 awards—including several top prizes—in the 100th year of the nation’s longest running and most prestigious award program for young creatives.

“Maya,” a Gold Key-winning mixed media work by Visual Arts major Marlene Schwier
Interlochen Arts Academy students excel in 2023 regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

More than 100 students from all seven of the Academy’s artistic disciplines received recognition—including nine of the ten top prizes—in the prestigious competition.

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Arts Academy graduate prepares for a future in fashion design, credits Interdisciplinary Arts major with providing freedom to explore

Recent alumnus Ferit Sezen (IAA 19-22) and program director Clyde Sheets describe the benefits of studying Interdisciplinary Arts at Interlochen.