Discover a creative writing camp like no other
Are you a young writer with a passion for your poetry? Do you envision yourself writing a fiction novel or screenplay?
Whatever your creative ambitions are, you’ll take your talents to the next level at Interlochen Arts Camp. Explore creative writing programs for grades 3–12.
What does a creative writing camp like Interlochen have to offer? Combine your interest in writing with all the fun of a traditional summer camp.
When you come to Interlochen this summer, you will:
- Write and reflect in a beautiful natural setting
- Work with incredible faculty and guest artists
- Forge friendships with students from around the world
- Grow your skills and talents as a young writer
- Enjoy all the fun of camp including cabin games, traditions, outdoor activities, and more
Playwriting
Explore the exciting intersection of the written word and live-action performance. Our intensive will guide you to the top of your writing game as you compose and perfect a new one-act play. Engage audiences and touch minds as you master the genre’s conventions … and learn how to break them.
Spoken Word
Get ready to write, recite, plan, slam, transform, perform, and embody your original work. In this one-week program, you'll learn how to own the mic to explore your truth, develop confidence in your writing, and make an impactful performance. Come with an open mind, a willing spirit, the ability to laugh, and a pair of good drum sticks (not joking… bring drumsticks).
Novel Writing
Join a community of young writers all working toward finishing their novels. Our intensive gets your manuscript to the next level with the support of fellow young writers and the hands-on instruction of a published novelist.
3-Week Session
Develop and amplify your writing voice in our immersive program. Guided by an outstanding faculty of published writers, you will experiment with multiple genres, deepen your understanding of the craft, and cultivate the confidence to share your work with the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dates vary by age and program of interest.
One-week Intensives (Grades 9–12): June 14-20
Two-week sessions (Grades 3-6): June 22–July 5; July 6–July 19; July 20–Aug. 2
Three-week sessions (Grades 6–12): June 22–July 12; July 13–Aug. 3
Four-week sessions (Grades 3-6): June 22–July 19; July 6–Aug. 2
Six-week sessions (Grades 6-12): June 22–Aug. 3
The priority application is Jan. 15. We will continue to welcome applications after Jan. 15 as space permits. In 2024, over 3,000 students attended Interlochen Arts Camp, so the earlier a student can apply the better. Applying early gives you priority consideration for scholarship opportunities, for your first choice program, and gives you time to plan ahead.
We believe that each and every talented student who is offered admission should be able to attend Interlochen Arts Camp. 85% of families that apply for assistance receive financial aid. Need- and merit-based financial aid is available, and financial need does not affect admission.
Interlochen exists to help artists develop and improve, so it is most important that students showcase potential to learn and a capacity for continued growth. Students are not expected to be "perfect." We recommend that you learn more about Interlochen, visit our campus, or apply.
Interlochen's beautiful 1,200 acre campus is located in the northwest corner of Michigan's lower peninsula, near Traverse City. By car, we are about four hours from Detroit, and six hours from Chicago. Our region is served by Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which offers multiple daily flights to and from Chicago and Detroit, and seasonal service to/from Minneapolis, New York City, and Newark.
What People Are Saying
“This summer at Interlochen is truly a blessing for me. I'm delighted beyond belief that I can have this opportunity to truly grow, both as an artist and a person. In the few days I've been here, I've found that in Interlochen, the possibilities are endless."
Hannah, Miami Beach, Fla.