Meet New Mexico School for the Arts
A One-of-a-Kind Opportunity for Young Artists in Ruidoso
Are you a young artist in Ruidoso looking to turn your passion into a future? New Mexico School for the Arts (NMSA)in Santa Fe offers an unparalleled opportunity to combine intensive arts training with a strong academic education. As the state’s only four-year, statewide public high school dedicated to the arts, NMSA welcomes talented students from across New Mexico, including Southern New Mexico and the Ruidoso area.
Pre-Professional Arts Training with Academic Excellence
Students in grades 9-12 receive focused instruction in Creative Writing & Literature, Dance, Music, Theatre, or Visual Arts from master teachers and professional artists. Every day, they dedicate three hours to developing their artistic skills while excelling in a rigorous academic curriculum.
A Pathway for Students Outside of Santa Fe
Students who live more than 65 miles from Santa Fe, including those in Ruidoso, can attend NMSA through the Residential Program, a safe and supportive housing option located in Santa Fe’s Railyard District. Opened in 2024, this state-of-the-art facility ensures that students from all over New Mexico can access NMSA’s unique education.
- Five-Day Option: Housing during the school week for students living more than 65 miles away.
- Seven-Day Option: Full-time housing, including weekends, for students living more than 125 miles away.
Financial assistance may be available for qualifying students. You can find more information about this and the residential program here.
Join a Statewide Community of Young Artists
Since opening in 2010, NMSA has grown into one of New Mexico’s top-performing schools, bringing together students from over 40 communities and Pueblos. At NMSA, young artists can hone their talents, challenge themselves academically, and prepare for a future in the arts.
Ready to apply? Learn more today!
Visit: www.nmschoolforthearts.org