Interlochen Arts Camp
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A Music Camp Like No Other

Grow your skills. Find your people. Make music all summer long.

Do it all at a summer camp surrounded by the natural beauty of northern Michigan—where world-class instruction, artistic discovery, and plenty of fun come together in one life-changing summer.

Grades 3 - 12 ⋅ Programs lasting 1 - 6 weeks
GET THE PROGRAM GUIDE
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350+
Professional Artists as Faculty
Learn from exceptional artists and educators from leading arts institutions around the world.
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Programs
Find the perfect fit across seven artistic disciplines and multiple session lengths. 
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400+
Performances and Presentations
Campus comes alive with concerts, showcases, screenings, and more every summer.
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Countless
Memories
Discover lasting friendships in fun summer activities and around the campfire.

See What It Feels Like To Find Your Musical Community

Hear from students and faculty about what happens when dedicated musicians find a community that matches their passion.

Choose Your Area of Focus

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Classical

Strengthen your technique and musicianship through lessons, ensembles, rehearsals, and performance.

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Theatre

Develop your skills in improvisation, ensemble playing, and the language and traditions of jazz.
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Popular

Perform and create contemporary music, build your songwriting skills, or explore music production.
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Voice & Opera

Strengthen your vocal technique and artistry through focused study, ensemble work, and performance.

The summer destination for Young Artists.

Spend your summer immersed in the arts, surrounded by students who are just as passionate and curious as you are.

While you’re creating, performing, exploring, and having fun, you’ll also build the independence, confidence, self-discipline, and resilience that come from spending a summer away from home and becoming part of a creative community.

See what makes an Interlochen summer unlike any other.

 

Find other students like you from 40+ countries and nearly every state.
Swim, kayak, and boat on either of Interlochen's two lakes.
Experience live performances by acclaimed touring artists.
Meet representatives from 100+ colleges at the annual College Fair.
Recharge on a wooded campus with plenty of opportunities to unplug.
Enjoy a treat at Interlochen's ice cream shop, the Melody Freeze.
Join in beloved traditions like the final performance, Les Preludes.

The summer destination for Young Artists.

Spend your summer immersed in the arts, surrounded by students who are just as passionate and curious as you are.

While you’re creating, performing, exploring, and having fun, you’ll also build the independence, confidence, self-discipline, and resilience that come from spending a summer away from home and becoming part of a creative community.

See what makes an Interlochen summer unlike any other.

 

Find other students like you from 40+ countries and nearly every state.
Swim, kayak, and boat on either of Interlochen's two lakes.
Experience live performances by acclaimed touring artists.
Meet representatives from 100+ colleges at the annual College Fair.
Recharge on a wooded campus with plenty of opportunities to unplug.
Enjoy a treat at Interlochen's ice cream shop, the Melody Freeze.
Join in beloved traditions like the final performance, Les Preludes.

They Were Campers Once, Too. 

For generations, young artists have come to Interlochen to take the next step in their creative journey.

Chappell Roan

Chappell Roan
Singer-songwriter
Grammy award-winning artist

Da'Vine Joy Randolph

Da'Vine Joy Randolph
Actor
Academy award winner

Josh Groban

Josh Groban
Singer and actor
Grammy, Tony, and Emmy award-nominated artist

Norah Jones

Norah Jones
Singer and pianist
Grammy award-winning artist

Important Dates

Jan. 15

Priority Application Deadline

Applications received after this date will be considered as space allows. 

March 1

Admission Decisions Released

 

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Financial Aid & Scholarships

A life-changing summer doesn't have to be out of reach. Interlochen Arts Camp is committed to making its unique educational experiences accessible through need-based financial aid and merit-based scholarships.

82% of Families
who requested financial assistance received it in 2026.
Take your first step towards Interlochen Arts Camp