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The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive

The Chicago Academy for the Arts, 1010 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642 · $498/week · ★ 4.4 (58 reviews)

A summer intensive for middle school students exploring various aspects of media arts.

▌ Editor's read The Chicago Academy for the Arts' Summer Media Arts Intensive is a day camp for middle school students, offering specialized instruction in digital photography, filmmaking, and graphic design. The program is hosted at The Chicago Academy for the Arts, which is a private high school dedicated to the arts. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. Google reviews for The Chicago Academy for the Arts indicate a strong reputation, with an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, frequently praising the quality of education and supportive environment. Social media handles found on the main website include @chicagoacademyforthearts for Instagram and chicagoacademyforthearts for Facebook. The camp's focus on specific media arts disciplines provides a structured and immersive experience for aspiring young artists.
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Who thrives here Ages 11–14

The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. arts programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Money & Policies

Financial aid
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We do not offer scholarships for the Middle School Programs but do offer seasonal discounts. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to see what we’re offering.

Session lengths
5-day (full week) · 10-day
What campers take home
Students in 2D Animation and Film & Photography will have a screening of their projects. Creative Writing students will have a showcase. Songwriting students will create, record, and perform an EP of three original songs.

Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 11–14
  • Hours: Not mentioned
  • Address: 1015 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
  • Phone: (312) 421-0202
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Two-week intensive (June 8-18) costs $995.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: Yes
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive

What ages does The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive accept?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive is open to children ages 11–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive cost?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive publishes $498/week for the standard session. That sits 11% above the $450 median for arts camps in Chicago — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Two-week intensive (June 8-18) costs $995. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive's hours?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive runs Not mentioned. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive provide lunch?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Does The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive offer financial aid?
Yes — The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
How does The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive compare to other arts camps in Chicago?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Media Arts Intensive is one of 14 arts camps in Chicago that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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