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 group of junior campers enjoy a game of jump rope on a soccer field.
How Interlochen supports the safety and well-being of young campers

Discover the safety measures and resources in place for young students attending Interlochen Arts Camp.

Interlochen Arts Academy students at the Grounded premiere at The Bay Theatre in Suttons Bay
Student-made documentary premieres on the big screen

Interlochen Arts Academy students’ feature-length documentary “Grounded,” created in partnership with Greenacres Foundation, screened Oct. 22 at The Bay Theatre.

The student philanthropy team poses in a group.
‘A beautiful kind of giving’: Student Philanthropy Team supports Interlochen

Meet five of the Interlochen Arts Academy students working to make the Interlochen dream a reality for other young artists.

Upcoming Interlochen Concerts & Events

Nov
7

Film & New Media, Academy Student

Future of Cinema Film Festival: Matheson Malpass, Game Designer / IAA Alum.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 11:30 a.m. ET

DeRoy Center for Film Studies FREE, no tickets required

Nov
7

Music, Academy Student

Youth Orchestra and Wind Symphony

Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 2 p.m. ET

Great Lakes Center for the Arts $25 / $20 / $10 Youth

Nov
7

Film & New Media, Academy Student

Future of Cinema Film Festival: Trayce Gigi Field, Costume Designer

Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. ET

DeRoy Center for Film Studies FREE, no tickets required