How do I sign up for camp? Registration opens at midnight AKST on January 1st at www.fineartscamp.org. Registration means providing information about your student and paying a non-refundable deposit to reserve your child’s spot. Additional paperwork and an audition or portfolio is due 30 days after registration. Review the enrollment checklist for requirements and deadlines.

What happens when a program is full? Camp registration is open on a first come, first served basis. When a program is full, we start a waitlist. Students are enrolled off the waitlist at the discretion of Sitka Fine Arts Camp.

What should I do if I cannot access my camp account or forgot my password? First, try the password reset link on the login screen. Then call the camp office at 907-747-3085 or email office@fineartscamp.org. Please do not create a new account.

What does a typical day look like? Each morning and afternoon, students attend rehearsals. There is a rec time in the late afternoon and group rehearsal time after dinner. All students gather for a hall meeting each night before lights out to build community and reflect on their day.

What is the setting like? Located in Sitka, one of Alaska’s most picturesque communities, the Camp celebrates the natural beauty of both mountains and ocean. Our campus includes dormitories, cafeteria, gym, classrooms, and practice areas. The campus is a short walk from downtown Sitka. The final performances will be held in Sitka’s state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center.

How can my student get the most out of camp? The single most important aspect in getting the most out of camp is to be well rested and healthy. Students should get plenty of rest, drink lots of water, and make healthy eating decisions. Parents and guardians can prepare their child before arriving by reminding them that camp is a place to have new experiences and challenges. A big part of the camp experience is learning to have success in a new and different setting. It helps to arrive with an open mind and positive attitude. We have found that students are most successful when given space from home and cell phone/screen use so that they are able to be present in their learning and creativity.

What if my student is homesick? It is not unusual for students of all ages to miss home and family in the first few days of camp, especially if it is a student’s first extended time away from home. Camp staff are trained to recognize homesickness and work especially hard to keep students busy and engaged in the camp atmosphere. When homesick campers are able to engage with new friends and activities at camp, they discover that camp is fun and safe, providing them with a new, profound sense of independence and discovery.

​What is the dormitory like? Overnight students are housed in dormitories on the Sitka Fine Arts Camp Campus. Students are housed on floors by gender. Each room generally houses two students. Lights out is at 10:00 pm. Dormitories are unheated in the summer months. Make sure your child packs a warm sleeping bag or warm bedding and extra clothing layers. Summer in Sitka can be chilly.

Can students request roommates for camp? Students may submit the name of one friend on the roommate request portion of the registration form. Students who attend multiple camps can list one roommate request for each session. Sitka Fine Arts Camp does not guarantee roommate requests.

What if my student has dietary restrictions? Our dining hall offers a variety of healthy choices at all meals. SFAC is able to accommodate most dietary restrictions. Any dietary restrictions and allergies must be noted on the Medical form during registration. If you are concerned about your child’s dietary restrictions at camp, please contact the camp office at 907-747-3085.

What kind of adult supervision do students have? The primary responsibility of all camp staff is the safety and well-being of each student. Counselors live on student residential halls and provide supervision and guidance for students throughout camp. Students must check in twice a day with their counselor.

Who are the counselors? Our counselors are students or recent graduates from various colleges and universities throughout the country.  Prior to camp, they participate in intensive training on supporting student health, safety, and well-being. The counseling staff are supervised by our highly experienced administrative team.

What is the weather like? In Sitka, it can rain for days on end or be sunny for the entire camp. Be prepared for both extremes. Summer temperatures can range from 40-80 degrees. Dressing in layers is recommended. The average temperature is in the 50s. Dormitories can be cold at night. We recommend packing warm layers and bedding. 

Do overnight students have the opportunity to do laundry at camp? Yes, overnight students have the option to do laundry. Students should bring quarters and soap is provided. The cost is $10 per load which includes washing and drying.

Can my student receive mail at camp? Address mail to: Student Name and Session (example: Mary Smith, Musical Theater Camp), c/o Sitka Fine Arts Camp, 110 College Drive Suite #111, Sitka, AK 99835. SFAC is unable to forward camper mail that arrives after the recipient’s camp session. Please note that we are a package free camp. See the parent handbook for details.

Is there a camp lost and found? Students are responsible for locating lost items before they leave camp and are responsible for the shipping and handling expenses should an item need to be returned after the session is over. Any unclaimed items are donated or discarded two weeks after each camp session ends.

Can friends and family members visit students at camp?  Our schedule does not include time for visits however family and friends are welcome to attend the final performances and any public event students attend.

Can my student be checked out from the campus during camp? Our schedule does not include times for students to be checked out during camp.

Information about travel to and from Sitka, including recommended arrival and departure times, airport transportation, and travel policies, is available on our Travel page. Families should review this information carefully when making travel arrangements.

Are scholarships available?​ Need-based and merit based scholarships available. See our Scholarships page for more information.

What is the camp cell phone policy?
Unplugging from technology and the outside world gives students an immersive arts experience where they are fully able to explore their artistic voice, discover passions, and build life-long friendships. To support this, SFAC is cell phone and technology free for all students during the rehearsal week. Students will turn in their cell phones on Opening Day and may check out their phones on Sunday afternoons from 1:00-5:30pm. Outside of Sunday afternoons, we ask our parents to support their children in having a traditional camp experience that is free from the distractions of the outside world. In addition to the Sitka Fine Arts Camp’s technology free policy, we ask parents/guardians not to call the camp to request to speak with their child, except in emergencies. Similarly, your child will not be permitted to call home during the camp session except on Sunday afternoons. Your acknowledgement on your student’s application has indicated to us that as a parent/guardian, you are able to fully support this camp policy. Students will have access to SFAC iPads for rehearsal purposes. Any connected electronic devices brought to camp will be treated with the same policy as cell phones.​ ​If there is an emergency at home, parents can contact their child by calling the Camp office 907-747-3085.

The deposit is non-refundable after registration. Half of tuition is due on March 1 and the balance is due on May 1. Tuition is non-refundable after these deadlines.