School Spotlight
Walnut Hill School for the Arts
Walnut Hill is one of the oldest arts boarding schools in the country, and its dance program runs in partnership with Boston Ballet School. So you get a real academic high school plus serious ballet training under one roof. For students who want college-track academics without giving up pre-professional dance, it is a rare combo.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 1893
- Location
- Natick, Massachusetts, United States
- Training
- Affiliation
- Boston Ballet
What Walnut Hill School for the Arts is known for
- Arts boarding school with full academics
- Dance training in partnership with Boston Ballet School
- College-preparatory environment
How to audition
Admission involves both an academic application and a dance audition, and prospective dancers often attend a summer program first. Check the school site for audition and application deadlines.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Walnut Hill connected to Boston Ballet?
Its dance program is run in partnership with Boston Ballet School, so students train within that curriculum while living at Walnut Hill.
Is it a full academic school too?
Yes. Walnut Hill is a college-preparatory boarding school, so students earn a high school diploma alongside their arts training.
Where is Walnut Hill School for the Arts located?
Walnut Hill School for the Arts is located in Natick, Massachusetts, United States.
When was Walnut Hill School for the Arts founded?
Walnut Hill School for the Arts was founded in 1893.
Is Walnut Hill School for the Arts connected to a ballet company?
Boston Ballet.