The Yocum Institute for Arts Education's mission is "To connect and enrich our community through arts education, creative performance and innovative programs. The Yocum Institute is a multidiscipline arts organization offering on-site instruction in Music, Voice, Theater and visual arts. It also has an Arts-Integrated Preschool and Kindergarten, an Art Gallery and a Black Box Theater.Accessibility to the arts is an important part of Yocum Institute programs which is reflected in extensive outreach programs made possible through partnerships with public & private schools, colleges and universities and county libraries and other non profits.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1934
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
56 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Yocum Institute For Arts Education cost?
Yocum Institute For Arts Education's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
Does Yocum Institute For Arts Education offer a summer program?
Yes, Yocum Institute For Arts Education offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
When is the application deadline for Yocum Institute For Arts Education?
The application deadline for Yocum Institute For Arts Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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