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The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music 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 focusing on musical instruction and performance.

▌ Editor's read The Chicago Academy for the Arts Summer Music Intensive is a day camp for middle school students, focusing on specialized music training. The program is offered by The Chicago Academy for the Arts, a private high school, indicating an 'school' owner type. The website details a conservatory-style approach with instruction in jazz, classical, and musical theater, culminating in a final performance. While the website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies, the institution's status as an established arts high school implies a professional environment. The Chicago Academy for the Arts has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 103 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the quality of instruction and supportive environment. The camp is not ACA accredited, and no state license number is provided on the website. Social media handles include @chicagoacademyforthearts on Instagram and 'chicagoacademyforthearts' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 11–14

The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music Intensive is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. theater/music 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: Theater/Music
  • 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 Music Intensive

What ages does The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music Intensive accept?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music 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 Music Intensive cost?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music Intensive publishes $498/week for the standard session. 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 Music Intensive's hours?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music 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 Music Intensive?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music 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 Music Intensive provide lunch?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music 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 Music Intensive offer financial aid?
Yes — The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music 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 Music Intensive compare to other theater/music camps in Chicago?
The Chicago Academy for the Arts - Summer Music Intensive is one of 25 theater/music 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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