International Students and Families

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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

A student kneels to work with a plant. A smiling farmer holds braided ears of corn.

Farming from the heart: An Anishinaabe farmer and her Arts Academy student share traditional agricultural practices in Greenacres documentary

A chance encounter between a film crew and a Michigan farm family led one student from regenerative agriculture to animation—and back again.

January 26, 2026

A group of students wearing black pose in a rehearsal room.

From the Desk of Trey Devey: Imagining Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Trey reflects on Imagine US: Celebrating America at 250 and how this national tour marks the beginning of Interlochen’s Centennial Celebration, linking past, present, and future.

January 26, 2026

Interlochen to celebrate 100 years of partnership with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in a star-studded performance on March 10

The orchestral program, which will take place at the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center in Detroit, marks a century of impactful collaboration by featuring Arts Academy students, DSO musicians, and Interlochen alumnus Joshua McClendon.

January 26, 2026

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American Brass Quintet

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall FREE, no tickets required

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Guest Artist Recital: Detroit Opera Residency Artist

Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall FREE, no tickets required

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