2026 SUMMIT MUSIC FESTIVAL
TUITION & FEES
(PLEASE VISIT THE 2026 APPLICATION CENTER TAB FOR INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU APPLY!)
1) SUMMER SEMINAR PROGRAM TUITION - $2,300
Instrument Groups: VIOLIN, VIOLA, CELLO, DOUBLE BASS, PIANO
- Daily two-hour classes for each instrument group*
- NEW weekly Techniques class
- Individual Lessons (2 per week)
- Orchestra Program
- Eligible for Mary Smart Concerto Competition
- Performance Opportunities (Solo Galas, Studio Concerts, Orchestra and possibly during the Seminars)
- Admission to all Concerts and other Special Events by distinguished faculty and guest artists
* In the event of low enrollment for an instrument group, the number of seminar classes may be adjusted
2) ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS OFFERED (must be enrolled in the two-week seminar program)
- Chamber Music Program - Additional fee $400
- Individual Lessons - $150 each additional lesson
3) BOARDING TUITION for 14 Days Program (includes daily meals): $2,200
$500 Single Room Supplement Fee
DAY/COMMUTING STUDENTS, Prepaid Meal Plan (includes Lunch and Dinner): $600
*Click here for additional Boarding or Commuting information
4) APPLICATION FEE - $180 (only $100 if paid by December 30th) with final payment deadline by March 1st 2027
A $180 non-refundable application fee to be paid upon submission of your application. Application deadline is January 30th, 2027. (Late applications may be considered only if space is available.)
**FINANCIAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES**
Tuition Deposit
Upon Acceptance to the program, 50% of the tuition is due to hold your place in the program. Balance of tuition and room & board fees must be received no later than APRIL 30th, 2027. All boarding students and boarding guests must pay a $400 security deposit upon arrival. (Please bring a check, money order, or cash which will be returned to you on the last day before your departure if no lost key or damages are made)
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellations made prior to April 1st, 2027 are entitled to a full refund.
Cancellations made April 1st through April 30, 2027 will result in a $1000 cancellation fee.
Cancellations after April 30th, 2027 are NOT entitled to a refund.
Payments must be in US dollars, payable to the Summit Music Festival, Inc. and drawn on a United States bank. Money orders from a US bank are also accepted. We also accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover.
FINANCIAL AID / WORK STUDY INFORMATION