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We’re incredibly excited about what you could accomplish here.
Explore what your future looks like as a full-time student and artist at Interlochen Arts Academy.
Only at Interlochen Opportunities
Unmatched Experiences. Unrivaled Access.
At Interlochen Arts Academy, your education extends far beyond the traditional classroom and studio. We curate immersive, once-in-a-lifetime creative opportunities that are not replicated anywhere else. From major national tours and multi-disciplinary collaborations to master classes with world-renowned guest artists, this is where your creative boundaries expand.
- Master Classes and Guest Artists: Learn directly from visiting industry leaders, GRAMMY winners, Pulitzer Prize winning authors, and principal orchestral musicians who routinely visit our campus.
- Signature Centennial Projects: Be a part of history as we launch exclusive touring opportunities, our centennial, and groundbreaking new film and multimedia projects.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Step outside your silo. Work alongside filmmakers, dancers, creative writers, and visual artists to build a rich, multi-perspective artistic portfolio.
Explore Only at Interlochen Experiences
Outcomes and College Matriculation
Where Mastery Meets Opportunity
An Interlochen education is a proven catalyst for lifelong success. Whether your goal is the world’s most prestigious conservatories, Ivy League universities, or immediate steps into the creative industries, our graduates are uniquely prepared to thrive. We don't just teach you how to create; we teach you the resilience, creative capacity, and discipline required to lead in the arts and beyond.
- Top-Tier Matriculation: Our graduates regularly earn admission and scholarships to institutions like The Juilliard School, Curtis Institute of Music, RISD, NYU Tisch, Harvard, and USC.
- The Alumni Network: Gain access to a powerful, global collective of alumni who occupy principal chairs, star on Broadway, lead tech companies, and shape global culture.
- Comprehensive College Counseling: Work one-on-one with dedicated arts-academic counselors who specialize exclusively in navigating complex arts portfolios, auditions, and university applications.
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A Day in the Life and Daily Schedule
A Balanced Rhythm for Creative Minds
What does it look like to live in a community where everyone shares a passion for the arts? Life at the Arts Academy is carefully structured to balance rigorous academics, intensive artistic training, and vital personal wellness.
A Snapshot of Your Day
- 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Academic Courses: Engage in small, seminar-style academic classes that foster critical thinking and global perspectives.
- 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch Hour: Recharge with friends and faculty at Stone Cafeteria.
- 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Studio and Artistic Immersion: Private lessons, ensemble rehearsals, studio time, creative writing workshops, or master classes.
- 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Unwind and Inspire: Dinner, recitals, gallery openings, specialized evening clubs, and dedicated time for study, practice, and rest in the residence halls.
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Holistic Student Support
A Community Built for You to Thrive
To achieve artistic excellence, you must first feel safe, supported, and grounded. Our holistic student support system ensures that your social/emotional, artistic, and academic well-being are prioritized at every step of your boarding experience.
A Preview of Student Supports
- Mindfulness, Wellness, and Resilience: Access dedicated health and counseling services, mindfulness workshops, and structured wellness programs designed specifically for young artists.
- Professional Residence Life Staff: Our residence halls are staffed by full-time, professional instructors who curate a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative "home away from home."
- Peer Mentorship: Benefit from a structured community of peers and mentors who look out for one another, encapsulating our core value of Solo e Tutti—together as a collective, brilliant as individuals.