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Q: are good grades required to get into an art university?
i suck at math and science. i get along with social studies but my english and french are quite good. what do art universities ask for in terms of grades?

A: yea, but the collages also look for community service and you helping like the poor and your overall GPA, and if you tried your best. like if someone is taking dum-dum classes and gets all A's and someone else is taking AP classes and got like 2 C's and the rest B's and A's there gonna pick the AP student beacause they challenged themself. also do extra curricular stuff!!! 08)

Q: what do u think of Miami International University of art & design?
I am thinking of either going to Savannah college of art and design or miami international university of art and design. I visited both but I just don't really know the quality of Miami international university or if its just a good school or not. I am a graphic design student by the way. Have u been there? graduated? Are u going there? and just what do u think of it?

A: SCAD is an expensive school; I think better possibly for graduate work in design than for undergrad. The art institutes are a mixed bag; also often quite expensive for the education you get -- but at least this one is accredited by a legitimate agency. If you are serious about graphic design, look at Virginia Commonwealth, North Carolina State University as two excellent southern schools for this area of study. The Ringling School of Art and Design has some respected faculty in their program so you might look at it too. Any school that doesn't brag about its faculty and their qualifications and particular expertise is suspect. It means the program and the classes within it can change dramatically because faculty come and go, and their ability and experience as teachers and their commitment to teaching are a mixed bag. Some may be incredible. Others not. You'll never know from one class to the next and one year to the next. If you are serious about graphic design, look for a school which has specific courses in typography and in history of graphic design. The good ones will have both of these. Spend your money wisely and be suspicious of hype and slick marketing campaigns. Ask many questions before you make a commitment. If you can make contact with any art directors in the region, as their opinions about good programs. Good luck.

Q: Does it look bttr to go to a 4year university or art school?
Im majoring in graphic design... Does it look bttr to go to a 4year university or a specialized art school like The art institute? My mom wants me to go to a reg. university b/c she thinks it will look bttr. The art institute is the only school i've ever really wanted to attend. Right now Im @ community college. I have one more year to decide. Plz help! >_<

A: For graphic design a specialized Art and Design is more appropriate. I went to school for Interior Design and before I left for college I knew someone who was going to Cornell to be a vet. They said how I was "just going to art school" blah blah blah well I'm the one laughing now... Each year Design Intelligence magazine (among other places) ranks Interior Design, Architecture and Industrial Design schools. They put out a book about the top ten schools in each of these categories annually and it is a very competitive among the schools. Anyway, last year, the year I graduated. While the University of Cincinnati came in first, my school came in second and Cornell came in third and that isn't the only year my school has beaten out most of the "universities" it is a very well known and revered school in art and design because that is the reason for the existence of the school and they work very hard to remain on the "cutting edge" of art and design and have a reputation for doing so. So my point is, universities and "ivy leagues" aren't always all they're cracked up to be. Schools like R.I.S.D. Pratt Institute, F.I.T. end up being the better schools in this case because that is what they exist for, to teach art and design and the reason they have been around so long is because they consistently turn out talented, educated artists and designers. They were the schools who invented many of these programs and degrees which the universities have since adopted. Just do some research on school rankings and history of their programs/schools, you'll find enough proof in those facts which should help your mother understand.

Q: Help me if you go to Academy Of Art University?
I am doing a project on Academy Of Art University. Can someone that goes there tell me how much does it cost ?? answer me ASAP because its Due May 17 & i got a lot more of question.

A: I'm a 31 year old looking to go to SF Academy of Art... Here is a site that lists the current tuition: http://www.academyart.edu/admissions/tuition_rates.html

Q: How can you get into art university?
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A: I got in by having pretty good grades, good SAT scores, and putting an obscene amount of effort into my portfolio. Before the application deadline I spent about a month and a half doing almost nothing else. It also really, really helps to have good letters of recommendation from people in the field you're interested in.

Q: i cant decide on a university the art institute?
i would like to go to the art institute but it is very expensive and i kind of want the university experience if i can get the same degree, but at the institute i will receive my bachelors when im 21. so if anyone attends the art institute and can give me some feed bak i would appreciate it. i live in clarksville tn bt i would like to live or go to school wherever a good art school is or place to get a great job is. preferably the art institutes of miami, atlanta or nashville.

A: it would help if you state your location. the only university which grants degrees and the programs are, indeed, four years long that i know of is OCAD (Ontario College Art and Design). It's just called College because it was a college until 1992 when the Royal Charter consented them to be recognized as an university. otherwise an excellent art school would be Sheridan in Oakville in Ontario, known for all of the animators that you see in today's films to had enrolled into their animation program.

Q: Should I take time off from my university art degree? I have 1 yr to go, part-time?
I have more of an interest in graphic design, and I feel like Im wasting my time in this art degree if I want a job witin graphic design, advertising to be more specific. I feel I need a break cuz I still live at home and would like to move out and travel a bit as I am stressing out about my 20's going by. I'm 23.

A: My first response would be to ask a question: are sure that your art degree would not help you at all in graphic design? I feel it would be a shame to not finish if you only have a year to go. However, if you feel that a break and some traveling would be more beneficial, then go for it! note: In the first answer, "grammer" is misspelled; the proper spelling is "grammar."

Q: What do you know about the Academy of Art University in San Francisco?
Is it a good school or just another money-hungry diploma mill? Please share your thoughts and any experiences you may have had. C'mon, somebody on here must know something.

A: Check what others say about it, especially professional reviews and critics. They have the most unbiased opinions. DON'T look at what graduates, staff workers, the official website, etc. says because they most likely really want to get you in there if you're talented, so they will try to make you feel inclined to attend. The Academy is an OK university with a pretty good reputation. It's obviously an academy for art, also.

Q: How difficult is it to be accepted into an art university in London?
I am an American wanting to study photography. Any information you can offer is appreciated.

A: As in the US, there are art schools, and art programs within universities, at a variety of levels of competitiveness in the UK. While, for example, St. Martins is highly competitive (think RISD), other schools are far less so. You need to analyze your own work, and determine which art programs in the UK would be the best fit for you, and then apply. Know that going to university or art school in the UK will likely be more expensive than if you'd attended a similarly ranked school at home. That's because even if the sticker price is the same or less for a UK program, you won't be eligible for US financial aid. There will be some loans, and your university may offer a scholarship for international students, for which you can apply, but in general, you're expected to be fully self supporting if you attend a school as an international student.

Q: How good is fashion desing at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco?
Is this program really as good as it sounds in the brochure? It talks about a great faculty influenced by London's St. Martins school and great internships, etc. Do you think I will have better chances to adquire the skills that will bring me success in the fashion business and get a job if I atend a school such as Parsons or FIT?

A: The program at AAU isn't bad at all. It's one of the better ones on the west coast, for certain. The one at Otis may be stronger, or at least on par, so is worth looking at. FIT and Parsons are the two best in N. America, and among the strongest in the world. So yes, going to one of them may give your career a boost, especially if your plan is to work in the NY-based fashion industry. Then, for sure, I'd rather you go there. But if your plan is to live and work in LA, then yes, Parsons and FIT may be better, but AAU won't do you wrong. It's reputable, and respected. Stay away from FIDM. They are big and popular, yes, but in terms of reputation, they are not anywhere near the level of the other programs you mentioned.

Q: How old do you have to be to enroll in the Academy Of Art University?
My sister is twelve and an amazingly talented artist. We live in San Fransico and that is where the school is located. I checked the schools site and it says nothing about how old you have to be to enroll.

A: It is a full fledged university (4-year BFA, bachelor's of Fine Arts, program, 2 year MFA, masters, program), hence university in the name (although the name is a bit redundant). You need to at least have graduated high school, have earned a GED, or have something equivalent. So, the youngest people here are usually about 18 (although there are a couple of late 17 year olds), though the median range for incoming undergrads is 18-24. http://www.academyart.edu/admissions/undergraduate.html However, there is also the Summer Art Experience http://www.academyart.edu/degrees/summer_artexperience.html and the Saturday Art Experience http://www.academyart.edu/degrees/saturday_artexperience.html available to high school students. (Though your sister may have to wait a couple years. How about classes at City College? Or see if the De Young, Legion of Honor, MOMA or any of the other trillion of art museums/galleries have programs for kids her age?)

Q: What do you think about the Acamedy of Art University in San Francisco?
I am interested in this college and looking for people who know any information about it. (Any personal experiences) I am interested in the School of Motion Pictures and Television. Do you know any information about this program or have any other film making schools to inform me about?

A: I think UCLA has a film making division and would be cheaper if you are a California resident. I would ask about their graduate hiring rate. What percentage find a job right after graduation, particularly in the field you want.