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Interlochen Arts Academy

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Interlochen, MI · 12

Last verified August 20, 2026

Po Box 199, 49643 · (231) 276-7336

www.interlochen.org/arts-boarding-school

Enrollment

557

Student:teacher

8:1

Published tuition

$45,930–$81,200

Application fee

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Tuition by division

DivisionGradesAnnual tuition
High school2026-2027Day Student$45,930
High school2026-2027Boarding Student$81,200
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Curriculum & special classes

Interlochen Arts Academy offers seven arts majors and a robust academic curriculum with college preparatory, advanced placement (AP), and college credit courses. The academic program is integrated and aligned to artists' schedules.

Music
Theatre
Visual Arts
Creative Writing
Dance

Financial aid

Interlochen Arts Academy offers both need-based financial aid and merit scholarships to make world-class arts education accessible. 83% of students receive merit scholarships and need-based financial assistance, with $17.5 million awarded annually.

Before & after school care

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Admissions

The admissions process at Interlochen Arts Academy is designed to allow prospective students to demonstrate their artistic passion, potential, and preparedness for a boarding school environment. It involves an online application, submission of artistic materials (audition/portfolio), and a one-on-one Zoom call with an admission representative. The process aims to ensure Interlochen is the right fit for the student.

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Early Action Deadline: November 15; Regular Decision Deadline: January 15; Rolling Decision Deadline: Applications accepted after January 15 as space permits.

Acceptance rate

Not listed

Application fee

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What they ask for: Online application, student writing samples (short essays), parent questions, school principal/guidance counselor recommendation, optional second non-family member recommendation, transcripts from the past three years, audition/portfolio, application fee ($65 domestic, $100 international). SSAT scores and English Proficiency exam results (e.g., Duolingo) may be requested, especially for international students.

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