SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT
SOCAPA offers intensive filmmaking programs for teens at Champlain College in Burlington, VT.
▌ Editor's read The 3WK CORE FILMMAKING camp, part of SOCAPA (School of Creative and Performing Arts), offers an overnight program for teens in Burlington, VT. The website loads successfully and provides detailed information about the filmmaking curriculum, which includes directing, cinematography, editing, and screenwriting. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. SOCAPA's website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. The program is designed for students aged 13-19, with a focus on practical, project-based learning using industry-standard equipment. Google reviews for 'SOCAPA' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the quality of instruction and the immersive experience. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@socapacamps) and Facebook (socapacamps) page, showcasing student work and camp life. The program culminates in a film festival where students' projects are screened.
Who thrives here Ages 13–19
SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT 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
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 13–19
- Address: Champlain College, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401
- Phone: 802-422-8111
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. Tuition is $3,745 for three weeks.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT
- What ages does SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT accept?
- SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT is open to children ages 13–19. 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 Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT cost?
- SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT publishes $1,248/week for the standard session. USD. Tuition is $3,745 for three weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT?
- SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT 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 Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT provide lunch?
- Yes — SOCAPA Core Filmmaking - Burlington, VT includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
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