Visit The Academy Virtually
The first step of the application process is for you to learn more about The Academy through our Virtual Admission Events. Registration is now open! Sign up for Academics at The Academy, Conversations with the Head of School, Art Department Open Houses, Parent Coffees, and more.
Online Application
The Academy is in the process of rolling admissions. During rolling admissions, applications will be considered based on space availability, and they will be contacted by the Admissions Office to schedule an audition on an individual basis.
You will need to create a profile to begin the process. This will make it easy to save your application and continue later. The online application is open to students applying to 9th, 10th, or 11th grades. For families outside of those grade levels interested in The Academy, please fill out our Request for Information or contact the Admissions Office directly.
Once the online application is completed and submitted, the Admissions Office will reach out with more information regarding the audition process. If you have any questions regarding the application process for the next school year, please reach out to our Admissions Office (312) 421-0202.
Dance Audition Requirements
The Dance Department audition involves an hour long group class that focuses on both ballet and jazz. This is followed by a solo audition in the style of the applicants' choice and an interview with the Dance Department Faculty.
Media Arts Audition Requirements
Media Arts majors explore their vision within three distinctive modes: as writers, as filmmakers or animators. Media Arts applicants should be prepared to discuss their work, either writing, film, or animation, participate in a departmental interview, and discuss their experience in their medium of interest.
Music Audition Requirements
The Music Department prepares students with different musical backgrounds for successful college-level music study and professional careers. The music audition is comprised of solo performance, sightreading, and a departmental interview.
Musical Theatre Audition Requirements
Musical Theatre is comprised of three disciplines: dance, music, and theatre. The Musical Theatre audition includes participation in a dance class, song repertoire, acting requirement and an interview with department faculty.
Theatre Audition Requirements
The Theatre Department audition is comprised of three parts: a monologue(s) audition, a “cold-read” of a scene with a current Academy student, and an interview with our faculty.
Visual Arts Audition Requirements
The Visual Arts Department audition consists of a portfolio review, a discussion of student artwork, and a departmental interview.
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