Interlochen Arts Academy

Interlochen

Michigan

United States

Overview

Receive the instruction you need to grow as an artist—and as an individual. - Explore academic and artistic courses designed for artists in grades 9-12, or continue your training with a post-graduate year. - Spend half of the school day immersed in the art of your choice: Music, theatre, dance, visual arts, creative writing, film and new media, or interdisciplinary arts. - Study with professional artists with real-world experience. - Engage in college preparatory academics developed with the emerging artist in mind. - Showcase your work through regular concerts, performances, exhibitions, and readings. - Prepare for auditions and discover your path forward with guidance from professional academic and college counselors. - Enjoy a vibrant residential community that fosters life skills, health and wellness, and lifelong friendships. National awards including YoungArts and Scholastic are achieved by Academy students each year, and Interlochen has produced 46 Presidential Scholars in the Arts, more than any other high school in the country, public or private. Part of Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen Arts Academy is a 2006 recipient of the National Medal of Arts, and was recognized in 2019 as a Green Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.

Academics

Summary: With a curriculum that balances accelerated academic instruction with intensive artistic studies, Interlochen prepares students for future success in any field. Courses provide a holistic approach to learning that fosters students’ creativity and helps them develop as citizens and artists. Students benefit from personalized attention, excellent teaching, and peer and professional tutoring.

Department Director Camille Colatosti

Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1

Average Class Size: 9

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 89

Number of AP Courses Offered: 2

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 87%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Learning Center
Subject Tutoring
Technology Center
Writing Center

English

Creative Writing
Literature
Playwriting
Poetry

History

United States History
World History
Art History
Latin American History

Foreign Languages

French
Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

Social Justice

Humanities / Social Sciences

Economics
World Issues

Sciences

Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Earth Science
Ecology
Physics
Forensics

Math

Algebra
Calculus
Geometry
Statistics
Pre-Calculus

Computer Studies

Computer Programming
Computer Science

Music

Band
Choral Music
Composition
History of Jazz
Individual Instructions
Music History
Music Theory
Opera
Orchestra
Recording
Songwriting
Voice
Music Production

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Animation
Art History
Ballet
Ceramics
Dance
Design
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Fashion Design
Fiber Arts
Film and Video
Lighting Design
Metal
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Production
Screenwriting
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater Design
3-D Art
Modern Dance
Jazz Band
Orchestra
Theater History
Multimedia

Special Programs

Community Service
Independent Study
Student Council

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 8

Average Students Per Dorm: 80

Number of Girls Dorms: 5

Number of Boys Dorms: 3

Dorm Amenities

Game Room
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

For more information about life on campu,s please visit: academy.interlochen.org/department/residence-life

Facilities

Fitness Center
Indoor Basketball Court
Indoor Climbing Wall
Volleyball Court

Other Facilities

Recreation Room w/ Pool Table; Yoga Studio; Weight Room with free weights-ellipticals and treadmills; For more information on athletic activities and facilities, please visit: interlochen.org/facilities/Dennison-Center

Clubs & Organizations

Amnesty International
Astronomy Club
Chess Club
Community Service
Dorm Proctors
Environmental Club
Honor Council
Literary Magazine
Math Club
Newspaper
Peer Counseling
Peer Tutoring
Quiz Bowl
Scouting
Sexualities Club
Student Activities
Student Government
Student Publications
Yearbook
Yoga Club
Radio Station

Arts & Athletics

Summary: Interlochen Arts Academy is one of the nation's leading fine arts boarding high schools, providing 550 talented, international students with supportive guidance from educational and industry professionals in comparative arts, creative writing, dance, motion picture arts, music, theatre and visual arts. Fostering collaboration across disciplines, Interlochen affords its students the opportunity to learn and live and study with creative young artists of diverse cultures and backgrounds, creating a safe and encouraging community of artists. Developing a healthy balance between mind and body, Interlochen encourages and supports health and athletic awareness among its staff, faculty and students. The new Dennison Recreation Center is a 23,000 sq. ft. facility dedicated to providing fitness opportunities to all members of the Interlochen family.

Arts Department Director: Camille Colatosti

Athletics Department Director: David Tanis

Arts

Acting
Animation
Art History
Ballet
Ceramics
Dance
Design
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Fashion Design
Fiber Arts
Film and Video
Lighting Design
Metal
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Production
Screenwriting
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater Design
3-D Art
Modern Dance
Jazz Band
Orchestra
Theater History
Multimedia

Interscholastic Sports

Recreational Sports

Aerobics
Basketball
Dance
Hiking
Outdoor Education
Rock Climbing
Soccer
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Weight Lifting

Graduates

College Information

Precentage of graduates who attend college: 96%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile
75th percentile

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

New England Conservatory of Music: 14

The Juilliard School: 26

Rhode Island School of Design: 9

Northwestern University: 18

New York University: 26

Eastman School of Music: 32

University of Michigan: 44

Boston Conservatory: 28

Cleveland Institute of Music: 36

Oberlin Conservatory: 23

Manhattan School of Music: 22

The New School: 20

Eastman School of Music: 18

Harvard: 4

Notable Alumni

Jewel

Class of 1992

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter

Aaron Dworkin

Class of 1988

Arts Leader and MacArthur Genius Grant Recipient

Janet Eilber

Class of 1969

Artistic Director Martha Graham Resources

Steve Goodman

Class of 1978

Conservation Biologist and MacArthur Genius Grant Recipient

Kimiko Glenn

Class of 2007

Actress Orange is the New Black""

Steve Hayden

Class of 1964

Former Vice Chairman of Ogilvy & Mather Worldwide

Doug Stanton

Class of 1996

New York Times Best-Selling Author

Vince Gilligan

Class of 1981

Creator Breaking Bad""

Peter Erskine

Class of 1971

Grammy-Winning Jazz Artist

Quotes From Alumni

“Interlochen saved my life. It was a profound turning-around experience for me and it really helped set the stage for the life that I've had in the performing arts.”

-Aaron Dworkin, Class of 1988, Arts Leader and MacArthur Genius Grant Recipient

“I grew up so much at Interlochen and found so much of myself on that campus.”

-Betty Who, Class of 2010, pop snger

“Interlochen was without question or exception the foremost crucible of training identification creative identity and personal acceptance of my entire life.”

-Alexandra Silber, Class of 2001, Broadway star

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 65%

Average Merit Scholarship: 9,295

Current Endowment Amount: $111,646,285

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: Coed

Total Boarding: 511

Total Day: 46

Total Enrollment: 557

Boys: 214

Girls: 343

Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12

Day Grades Offered: 9-12

School Type: High School, Post-grad

Dress Code: Other

Applications Accepted: Contact School

Application Deadline: January 1st

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $70,950

5-Day Boarding: N/A

Day Tuition Fee: $40,175

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 55%

Average Awarded: $32,454

School Finances