Private boarding school in Iowa City for grades 8-12 specializing in performing arts with learning difference support
Iowa Conservatory is a co-ed private boarding and day school in Iowa City serving grades 8–12, plus a postgraduate gap year program. The school specializes in pre-professional performing arts training across music, dance, theatre, visual arts, musical theatre, and design & production. With small class sizes (average 12 students) and individualized attention, Iowa Conservatory creates an environment where students can develop artistic skills while building confidence and creative expression.
Iowa Conservatory recognizes that many artistically talented students have learning differences, ADHD, or other support needs. The school offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support services to help these students thrive. Staff work with each student to balance rigorous arts training with academic accommodations and individualized learning strategies, ensuring that neurodiverse and learning-disabled students receive the specialized attention they need while pursuing their artistic passions.
Tuition ranges from $25,000 to $41,000 per year for boarding and day students. The school maintains a 90% acceptance rate and operates on rolling admissions. Iowa Conservatory also offers summer arts programs ($1,050) and a casual dress code. Contact Admissions Director Dr. Jessica Frerich or Admissions Associate Vicky Shellady at (319) 804-5943 or visit iowaconservatory.org for more information.
At a Glance
TypeSchool with Special Program Emphasis
Grades8-12
Students50
Class Size12:1 ratio
Tuition$41,000
Est.2023
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other school association(s)
School Information
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 2023 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $41,000 |
| Tuition Notes | $25,000/year |
| Total Students | 50 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 10 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 40 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | 8-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Dr. Jessica Frerich |
| Admissions Associate | Vicky Shellady |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Ballet |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other school association(s) |
| School Calendar | www.iowaconservatory.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $1,050 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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