Flexible Learning for Students Pursuing Their Passion

GWUOHS provides accredited, college preparatory education designed for students balancing academic success with intensive training, rehearsals, and performance schedules.

  • Checkmark iconAccredited Private School 
  • Checkmark iconFlexible Scheduling for Rehearsals & Travel
  • Checkmark iconAP & Honors Coursework 
  • Checkmark iconCollege Counseling for Every Student
  • Checkmark iconGlobal Learning Access
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When Passion and School Compete for Time

Students in performing arts programs often face demanding and unpredictable schedules that traditional schools are not designed to support.  

This can lead to:  

  • Missed class time due to rehearsals or performances  
  • Difficulty keeping up with assignments  
  • Academic stress during peak performance seasons  
  • Reduced ability to pursue artistic opportunities fully  
  • Conflicts between school attendance and training commitments  

GWUOHS is designed to remove this conflict.

A School That Moves With Your Schedule

GWUOHS allows performing arts students to maintain academic excellence while fully participating in their artistic training and performance commitments.  Students can complete coursework on a flexible schedule that adapts to rehearsals, travel, auditions, and performances.

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Flexible Academic Scheduling 

Students complete coursework around rehearsals, performances, and travel.

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College Preparatory Academics 

AP and Honors courses ensure students remain academically competitive.

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Artistic Freedom Without Academic Sacrifice 

Students can pursue their passion while staying on track academically.

Designed Around Your Artistic Life

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Step 1: Once Your Student is Accepted You Begin with Our GWUOHS College Counselor Consultation

We learn about your student’s performance schedule and goals.

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Step 2: Academic Placement

We evaluate transcripts and determine appropriate course levels.

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Step 3: Personalized Academic Plan

We build a flexible learning plan aligned with artistic commitments.

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Step 4: Ongoing Academic Support 

Students receive guidance throughout the academic year.

Support for Students Who Live on Stage and in the  Classroom

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Schedule Flexibility 

Complete coursework around rehearsals, auditions, and travel.

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Academic Excellence

Maintain strong academic performance while pursuing artistic goals.

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College Readiness 

Stay on track for college admissions and arts programs.

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Anywhere Learning 

Continue education while traveling or performing nationally or internationally.

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Global Peer Community 

Students engage with peers from diverse academic backgrounds.

Balancing Performance and Academic Achievement 

“I joined GWUOHS at the beginning of my sophomore year, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. My experience at GWUOHS has been truly transformative, both academically and personally…GWUOHS gave me the freedom to follow my passion while still receiving a world-class education.”
-Peyton

Future Plans: Peyton plans on attending Fordham University’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies while continuing her career as an apprentice with the New York City Ballet.

Preparing Students for College and Conservatory Programs

Performing arts students need strong academic preparation in addition to artistic development.  

GWUOHS supports students preparing for:  

  • Checkmark iconCollege admissions 
  • Checkmark iconConservatory programs 
  • Checkmark iconScholarship opportunities 

Common Questions from Performing Arts Families

Will my child be able to keep up with rehearsals and performances? 

Yes. Coursework is designed to accommodate flexible schedules.  

Will academic quality be compromised? 

No. Students complete AP and Honors level coursework.

Can students travel while enrolled? 

Yes. Students can learn from anywhere with internet access.

Will this support college admissions for performing arts programs? 

Yes. Students receive academic and college counseling support.

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What Performing Arts Families Are Saying

“The support that my son has received from GWUOHS has been instrumental in his success as a performer, composer, and writer. The flexibility has afforded him the time to create and collaborate with others. Education is paramount to our family, and GWUOHS continues to provide a challenging curriculum.  

I feel that the independence that my son has received as a student is preparing him to succeed in college. He is extremely independent and has had to learn study skills to stay ahead in his classes while balancing a full-time job as a professional performer.  

The school has taught him how to balance school and his creative endeavors and how to manage his time appropriately.  

When the rest of the world paused, and children were forced to transition into a virtual academic environment, our transition was seamless. My son knew exactly what was expected of him, and although his work as a professional actor in NYC was placed on hold, the continuity of attending GWUOHS provided much-needed stability in a time of chaos.  

My son’s teachers are incredibly accessible, take the time to get to know him, and want him to succeed in all of his endeavors.”  

-Kira, Parent of GWUOHS students.

Let Your Student Pursue Their Passion Without Limits

If your student is balancing serious artistic training with academic demands, GWUOHS provides the flexibility and structure needed to support both.

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