Camp · Arts · Ages 14–17 · $2,473/week
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▌ Arts · Ages 14–17

SOCAPA Los Angeles

Occidental College · $2,473/week

SOCAPA Los Angeles offers intensive summer programs in filmmaking, acting, photography, and music for teens, providing hands-on experience and professional i...

▌ Editor's read SOCAPA Los Angeles provides intensive summer arts programs for teens in filmmaking, acting, photography, and music, with both overnight and day camp options. The website states that staff undergo background checks and are trained in safety protocols. While not ACA accredited, the camp emphasizes professional instruction and hands-on experience, with faculty bios available on the site. Google reviews for 'SOCAPA Camps' (the parent organization) show an average rating of 4.6 stars from over 100 reviews, with many praising the quality of instruction and the immersive experience. The camp's social media presence is active on Instagram (@socapacamps) and Facebook (socapacamps), showcasing student work and camp life. The program structure includes daily workshops, production time, and evening activities, culminating in a final project or performance.
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Who thrives here Ages 14–17

SOCAPA Los Angeles serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in arts, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 14–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 1600 Campus Road, Los Angeles, CA 90041, USA
  • Cost notes: 2-week core filmmaking program $2995 tuition + $1950 room and board. Day students pay additional $185/week Meals and Activities fee. USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about SOCAPA Los Angeles

What ages does SOCAPA Los Angeles accept?
SOCAPA Los Angeles is open to children ages 14–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does SOCAPA Los Angeles cost?
SOCAPA Los Angeles publishes $2,473/week for the standard session. That sits 350% above the $550 median for arts camps in Los Angeles — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. 2-week core filmmaking program $2995 tuition + $1950 room and board. Day students pay additional $185/week Meals and Activities fee. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are SOCAPA Los Angeles's hours?
SOCAPA Los Angeles runs 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs SOCAPA Los Angeles?
SOCAPA Los Angeles is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does SOCAPA Los Angeles provide lunch?
SOCAPA Los Angeles does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does SOCAPA Los Angeles compare to other arts camps in Los Angeles?
SOCAPA Los Angeles is one of 49 arts camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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