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Extracurriculars
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Walnut Hill is an international leader in arts education. In conjunction with intensive arts training in ballet, music, theater, visual art, and writing & publishing, Walnut Hill offers a comprehensive and rigorous academic curriculum in all college-preparatory subjects. The joint music program with New England Conservatory is the only of its kind in the United States. Located 17 miles west of Boston, the beautiful 40-acre Walnut Hill campus is in a residential neighborhood in Natick, Massachusetts. Students receive 15–20 more hours of direct instruction from master teachers compared to other independent schools. They are supported by expert teachers, advisors, and dorm parents, and share the classroom with other students who are passionate and committed to their studies, both academic and artistic. Graduates of Walnut Hill attend the top universities, colleges, conservatories, dance trainee programs, and art schools around the world. Alumni are currently performing on Broadway, in film and television, and in symphonies, chamber music ensembles, ballet, and modern dance companies around the world. Walnut Hill also offers intensive summer study in dance, youth dance, and music, and afternoon and weekend community youth arts instruction.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$79,960
Enrollment
270
International Students
30%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
63%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Endowment
$18 million
Average SAT Score
1270
Class Size
12
Boarding %
67
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Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| Art #1 | School of the Art Institute of Chicago | 1 + |
| Art #2 | California Institute of the Arts | 1 + |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 + |
| Art #4 | Maryland Institute College of Art | 1 + |
| Art #5 | California College of the Arts | 1 + |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 1 + |
| Art #6 | Art Center College of Design | 1 + |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 1 + |
| Parsons The New School for Design | 1 + |
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Summer School
(2026)String Quartet Intensive
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Program Overview
String Quartet Intensive is a one-week summer program for ages 11–18. Students are placed in quartets based on age and level and work on two pieces from different musical periods. The program includes daily coaching, masterclasses, and a private lesson, culminating in a final performance.
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Duration 1 weeks
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Application Deadline 2026.2.1 (Priority Application Deadline: February 16, 2026
Final Application Deadline: April 6, 2026)
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Start Date 2026.6.21-27
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Ages / Grades 11-18 years old
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Tuition $1,500
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Program Overview
String Quartet Intensive is a one-week summer program for ages 11–18. Students are placed in quartets based on age and level and work on two pieces from different musical periods. The program includes daily coaching, masterclasses, and a private lesson, culminating in a final performance.
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Duration 1 weeks
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Application Deadline 2026.2.1 (Priority Application Deadline: February 16, 2026
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Start Date 2026.6.21-27
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Ages / Grades 11-18 years old
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Tuition $1,500
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Tuition Notes Application Fee: $50
Tuition: $1,500
Room and Board: $1,200
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Summer Voice Intensive is a one-week summer program for young singers to explore classical art song and lyrical musical theater repertoire. Daily classes, workshops, private lessons, and coaching build vocal technique, confidence, and artistry, culminating in a final showcase performance.
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Duration 1 weeks
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Application Deadline 2026.3.1 (Submission Deadline: March 1
Decision Notification: by March 15
Deposit Due: April 1)
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Start Date 2026.6.21-26
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Ages / Grades 12-16 years old
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Tuition $1,500
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Tuition Notes Application Fee: $50
Tuition: $1,500
Room and Board: $1,200
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Summer Jazz Intensive is a one-week program for aspiring young jazz musicians of all instruments and voice, featuring performance-centered training, jazz theory and history workshops, and optional jazz composition sessions.
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Duration 1 weeks
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Application Deadline
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Start Date 2026.6.14-20
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Ages / Grades 12-17 years old
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Tuition $1,500
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Tuition Notes Application Fee: $50
Tuition: $1,500
Room and Board: $1,200
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Program Overview
Summer Fashion Immersion combines conceptual apparel illustration with practical garment construction. Students explore design and production processes, finishing with a five-piece illustrated collection and one constructed garment showcased online.
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Duration 1 weeks
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Application Deadline
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Start Date 2026.7.13-17
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Ages / Grades 12-16 years old
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Tuition $1,500
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Tuition Notes Application Fee: $50
Tuition: $1,500
Room and Board: $1,200
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Summer Theater Intensive is a three-week immersive program where students train in acting, musical theater, and dance while rehearsing and performing a full musical production. Daily classes and rehearsals develop performance skills and stagecraft.
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Duration 3 weeks
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Application Deadline
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Start Date 2026.7.11-8.1
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Ages / Grades 13-17 years old
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Tuition $5000 | $7000
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Tuition Notes Application Fee: $50
Tuition (Boarding): $7,000
Tuition (Day): $5,000
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Summer Visual Art Exploration offers focused hands-on instruction in painting, drawing, printmaking, and ceramics. Students build skills across media and culminate with a celebratory art showcase.
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Duration 2 weeks
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Application Deadline
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Start Date 2026.7.20-31
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Ages / Grades 13-17 years old
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Tuition $2000
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Tuition Notes Application Fee: $50
Tuition: $2,000
Room and Board: $1,800
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Academics
Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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The Dead Poets Society (poetry club)
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Walnut Hill Arts Action Team
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Dance Club
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The Walnut Hill Explorer
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Mental Health Initiative
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Lit Ladies Book Club
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The Dead Poets Society (poetry club)
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Walnut Hill Arts Action Team
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Dance Club
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The Walnut Hill Explorer
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Mental Health Initiative
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Lit Ladies Book Club
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Environmental Action
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LYRICS
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La Table Francaise (French Club)
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Dungeons & Dragons Club
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Athletic Club
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Cinematography Club
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Photography Club
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K-Pop Club
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Table Tennis Club
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Math Competition Club
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Yearbook Club
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Board Games Club
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Newspaper Club
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Community Council
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Asian Affinity Alliance
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Arts
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Dance
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Theory
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Playwriting
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Production
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Dance
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Theory
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Playwriting
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Production
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Theater
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Voice
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Animation
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Ceramics
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Digital Photography
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Drawing
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Film Production
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Illustration
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Media
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Painting
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Photography
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Printmaking
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Sculpture
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Art
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Design
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Screenwriting
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Writing
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Chamber Choir
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Songwriting
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Art History
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Film
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Game Design
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Portfolio
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Studio Art
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Audition
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Mixed Media
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Frequently Ask Questions about Walnut Hill School for the Arts
Tell me a bit about Walnut Hill School for the Arts.
Walnut Hill School for the Arts is Co-ed private boarding school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1893 , and currently has about 270 students, 30.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.walnuthillarts.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.walnuthillarts.org.
Does Walnut Hill School for the Arts have rigorous academic requirements?
Walnut Hill School for the Arts also have 63% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Walnut Hill School for the Arts students typically go for their colleges?
In 2025, some students attended School of the Art Institute of Chicago, California Institute of the Arts, Rhode Island School of Design, Maryland Institute College of Art and California College of the Arts.
What is the application requirement for Walnut Hill School for the Arts?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Walnut Hill School for the Arts’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Walnut Hill School for the Arts?
The total fee for Walnut Hill School for the Arts in 2024 is
$79,960 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@walnuthillarts.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@walnuthillarts.org .
Where is Walnut Hill School for the Arts located?
Walnut Hill School for the Arts is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA. The closest major city is Boston, which is about 15 miles away from school. Most families can choose Logan International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Walnut Hill School for the Arts on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Walnut Hill School for the Arts is among the most popular schools, within top 144 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Walnut Hill School for the Arts has been favorited by 175 users.
Also Walnut Hill School for the Arts has been favorited by 175 users.
How do I complete an application for Walnut Hill School for the Arts?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Walnut Hill School for the Arts. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Walnut Hill School for the Arts’s official site: http://www.walnuthillarts.org or call them at 508-650-5020.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Walnut Hill School for the Arts’s official site: http://www.walnuthillarts.org or call them at 508-650-5020.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Walnut Hill School for the Arts?
Yes, here are few:
The Cambridge School of Weston, Dana Hall School and The Fessenden School.
The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Walnut Hill School for the Arts?
The overall rating for Walnut Hill School for the Arts is B+.
The section ratings of Walnut Hill School for the Arts are:
B for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Walnut Hill School for the Arts are:
B for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Boston, the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, is the cultural and financial heart of New England. With a rich history dating back to the American Revolution, it is home to iconic landmarks such as the Freedom Trail, the Boston Common, and the Massachusetts State House. The city boasts prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT and is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving economy. Boston's blend of historical significance and modern innovation makes it one of the most influential cities in the U.S.
Population (2022)
609,023
Cost of Living
Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport
Logan International Airport
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