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Music Academy of the West Summer Festival & School: High School Intensive
Overview
A 2-week residential summer program for exceptional high school musicians ages 14–18 featuring private lessons, orchestra rehearsal and performance, chamber music coaching, and college readiness workshops at a premier music academy in Santa Barbara.
At a glance
Deadline
Feb 181 days
Sessions
Jun2 wk sessions
Formats
Residential / Commuter
Location
Santa Barbara, CA
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $6,000
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Selective; up to 105 students enrolled in High School Intensive
Application requirements
Age
14–18 years old
Grade Level
Not yet matriculated in college
Video Upload Audition
Required
Recommendation Letters
Required
English Proficiency
Basic understanding of written and spoken English required
Visa Documentation
F-1 student visa and Form I-20 recommended for international students; required documentation for US permanent residents
Cost & sessions
Residential (all-inclusive): $6,000 covers housing, meals, instruction, and performance opportunities. Commuter option for Santa Barbara students: $4,500 (9 am–5 pm daily, lunch included, no lodging). $200 refundable security deposit due at enrollment. $50 non-refundable application fee (partial waivers available for financial hardship). Limited merit-based scholarships and financial aid available.
Financial aid
Limited merit-based scholarships and financial aid available; application fee waivers available on case-by-case basis for financial hardship. Contact admissions@musicacademy.org at least 48 hours before deadline.
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