STUDENT XCLUSIVE
A student program specially curated for Chicagoland high school and college students.
EST. 2023
Introducing STUDENT XCLUSIVE—a program crafted exclusively for Chicagoland students like you!
Gain access to live concerts with student discounts, attend exciting events, seize valuable opportunities for professional growth, and more! Register today to take advantage of Chicago’s vibrant music scene and ultimately elevate your student experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eligibility Requirements
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College/university students
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High school students
By joining STUDENT XCLUSIVE you will:
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Receive significant discounts on select concerts with specialized student discount codes.
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Be invited to STUDENT XCLUSIVE events such as: rehearsals and pre-concert talks.
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Be the first to know about professional development opportunities with Chicago Phil such as:
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Internships and volunteering opportunities.
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Be informed about performance opportunities with Chicago Philharmonic! Be the first to know when sign-ups go live for our most-popular community engagement event, Side by Side with the Chicago Philharmonic – where Chicagoland students and community members come together to play side-by-side with Chicago Philharmonic musicians in a fun concert outdoors!
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Student tickets cannot be exchanged for a different seat at the Box Office.
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There are no refunds or exchanges for student tickets.
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Student ticket offers cannot be applied to a group reservation.
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The student ticket limit is two per person/concert.
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Student ticket orders must be submitted by students.
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Student ticket offers are for select concerts only and are subject to change at any time.
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Seating restrictions apply. All artists, programs, and prices are subject to change.
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Individual STUDENT XCLUSIVE privileges may be revoked if ticketing policies are not adhered to.
Whatever makes you feel comfortable! Our audience members have arrived wearing anything from jeans to black tie formal. We often display a red carpet and step and repeat before concerts, so if you love your concert outfit you can keep the memory of it forever!
Our symphonic concerts tend to be between 90-120 minutes, often with one 20 minute intermission. Chamber concerts may be shorter, and often take between 60-90 minutes.
Late seating is handled at the discretion of the house management. You may be seated in the back of the hall to minimize disturbances for other audience members. We encourage you to plan extra travel time, since traffic and public transportation can be unpredictable in Chicago.
About Us
The Chicago Philharmonic Society is a collaboration of nearly 200 of the highest-level classical musicians performing in the Chicago metropolitan area. Governed under a groundbreaking structure of musician leadership, the Society presents concerts at venues throughout the Chicago area that cover the full spectrum of symphonic music. The Society’s orchestra, known simply as the Chicago Philharmonic, has been called “one of the country’s finest symphonic orchestras” (Chicago Tribune), and its unique chamber music ensembles, which perform as Chicago Phil Chamber, draw from its vast pool of versatile musicians. The Society’s community engagement programs connect Chicago-area youth to classical music by providing access to symphonic concerts, mentorship from Chicago Philharmonic musicians, and performance opportunities.
Founded 30 years ago, the Chicago Philharmonic is known for providing symphonic support to international and national touring companies in all music genres and served as the official orchestra of the Joffrey Ballet for eight years. The Chicago Philharmonic also continues its 25-year association with Ravinia Festival, is a resident company of the Harris Theater for Music and Dance, and performs at all the great concert halls of the Chicago and North Shore area, including Auditorium Theatre and Symphony Center. The Illinois Council of Orchestras has awarded the Chicago Philharmonic “Orchestra of the Year” (2018), “Programming of the Year” (2019), “Community Relations of the Year” (2019), and “Executive Director of the Year” (2020).