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IN MY OWN WORDS: Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts
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CONSERVATORY, STAND-ALONE ART SCHOOL OR TRADITIONAL UNIVERSITY: Which One Is for You?
26 IN MY OWN WORDS: Dean College 29 HOW TO NAIL YOUR ADMISSIONS INTERVIEW AT AN ARTS SCHOOL 32 IN MY OWN WORDS: Wayne State University 34 IN MY OWN WORDS: James Madison University College of Visual and Performing Arts
10 IN MY OWN WORDS: Syracuse University 13 12 WAYS TO BOOST YOUR PORTFOLIO IN HIGH SCHOOL FOR ART SCHOOL 16 IN MY OWN WORDS: Viterbo University
37 Q&A: How a Photography Degree Has Shaped my Life and Career
18 IN MY OWN WORDS: Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD)
41 9 IN- DEMAND CAREERS FOR ART & DESIGN MAJORS
20 NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAY
43 COLLEGE LISTINGS: Looking for an art school?
24 IN MY OWN WORDS: Rider University
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my way up, but I have music and music videos out, gigs with good line ups, and have built up a network of other bands, promoters, venues and press. I’m not sure I would have been able to do that pre-LIPA.
IN MY OWN WORDS The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA):
NATALIE PAPA Why did you choose to attend this college and select this major? LIPA seemed so different from the other universities and programs I was looking into (which were focused on jazz and theory). What I loved about LIPA was that you can mold the program to your needs and that it helps you to grow and market your music outside of the classroom. I managed to visit LIPA before applying and I connected well with the program, particularly the small classes and how it replicates the industry with Music, Management and Sound Technology students working together to put on productions. What did you hope to get out of the program, and did you achieve it? I wanted to become a gigging musician who releases music and feel confident in my abilities as an independent artist. At LIPA I started my band Natalie and the Monarchy and that has majorly contributed to my development. My teachers had years of industry experience and I was able to connect with the Liverpool music scene, which is one of the friendliest music communities I’ve been part of. Now, I’m still working
Did you have to prepare for this major in any way? If you didn't, do you wish you did? I really wish there was a way to prepare for sleeping under a mixing desk at 3am, while my bandmates record their 37th take; eating cake with my hands, in devil drag, on camera; and meeting all the incredible (but insane) people during my time at LIPA. I don’t think there are a whole lot of ways to prepare except I wish I learnt to cook before moving away from home. Other than that, it was all trial and error for me. What was a typical day like? It usually starts with a morning lecture, maybe on songwriting, or a seminar on theory or music professional practice, or maybe a vocal repertoire class. After a break I’ll then go to one of the practice rooms with a friend and have a jam or one of the workstations to work on production until I have my vocal one-to-one with the lovely Christina or a production class. Then, depending on what day it is, I might have a band rehearsal, Jukebox Shuffle (it’s karaoke with a live band and you get graded on it if you’re a vocalist), or a performance for The 2ube (LIPA’s weekly gig night). What was the most memorable moment of your time at this college? Seeing Paul McCartney in the hallway was surreal and watching Damon Albarn describe an elephant birth he witnessed has to be up there! What advice do you have for teens looking for the right college? Your transition into young adulthood and starting a creative career is all about getting out of your comfort zone. You have all the time in the world to get from point A to point B so might as well have fun doing it. Reputation and ascetics in a university only goes so far when you’re studying a creative field. Pick a program based on what you feel you’re lacking and would like help growing. Everything else will adapt and follow. Overall, you’re picking the best environment for change.
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CONSERVATORY, STAND-ALONE ART SCHOOL OR TRADITIONAL UNIVERSITY: Which One Is for You? BY STEPHANIE SZITANYI tudents interested in pursuing degrees in the arts – visual or performing – typically have three options to consider: stand-alone conservatories, conservatories that are housed within, or in partnership with, a university, and universities with dedicated arts departments. Before coming up with your game plan for campus visits and application submissions, you will want to have a good understanding of the differences between the three to help you figure out which is the best fit for you and your academic and personal goals.
CONSERVATORIES Conservatories offer a laser-focused, regimented curriculum in a considerably smaller environment than that of a traditional university. Doing so provides students the opportunity to develop close-knit friendships with peers, and in-depth, individualized learning experiences with expert faculty through studio-based instruction. For the conservatory student, the disciplined nature of the curriculum means limited flexibility for academic or extracurricular pursuits outside of the arts, especially those typically associated with traditional universities – think athletics and sororities/fraternities. Bottom line: conservatories are a great option for students ready to fully dedicate their studies to the visual or performing arts in a fully immersive environment.
STAND-ALONE ART SCHOOL WITHIN A UNIVERSITY Performing arts colleges housed within large universities, as well as partnerships between external conservatories and universities, mean students now have the option to complete conservatorylevel training in traditional university settings. Doing so provides students with a broader range
of academic offerings, most always underpinned by a robust general education foundation in the humanities and social sciences. Robert Hoyt, Director of Admissions & Recruitment, Department of Drama, at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts suggests that the combination of a general liberal arts education with visual or performing arts specializations ensures that students are set up not only “for a successful and sustained career” in the arts but also in “related fields” if necessary. For students who have a passion for the field but worry about restrictions and limitations a degree in the arts may mean for career prospects, attending a performing arts college within a university provides a real benefit – “[students] not only receive rigorous studio training similar to that of a strictlyconservatory program, but will also work towards a degree that can lay the foundation for any number of pursuits–not just performing–within a liberal arts setting,” he says. When deciding where to apply, students should consider that the inclusion of liberal arts elements into the curricular design of their degree may drive a totally different learning experience altogether. In some instances, stand-alone arts colleges within universities will allow student[s] to chart their own course of study, as well as double-major or minor in other areas of interest,” says Hoyt. The open-nature of these degrees lend themselves to a more holistic approach of learning, one which for Mei Rui, who was accepted to both Juilliard and Yale Music, meant ultimately attending Yale because of the “nurturing and wholesome dynamic that felt much less cutthroat than that of a typical conservatory.” The focus on a liberal arts education in combination with a mastery in the visual or performing arts in many instances opens the door for students to complete dual undergraduate degrees simultaneously or to enter a 5-year dual undergraduate-graduate »
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program during their studies. For Rui, graduate of the Yale College-Yale Music School BA/MM program, the option to earn a master’s in just 5 years was a “determining factor”, as was their world-class faculty.
a university that offers a strong arts department provides students with the flexibility to explore additional topics of inquiry or to change their minds along the way if necessary.
“I got to study with the legendary Claude Frank,” she says. Also free tuition is not uncommon for the conservatory portion of the studies in such dual degree programs. Rui says that despite also receiving admissions offers from John Hopkins-Peabody and Columbia-Juilliard, she “would choose Yale all over again.”
For Luis Otero, who was interested in both performing arts and athletics and who is a graduate of Adelphi University’s theater program in New York, that was an important distinction. “I didn’t want to do a conservatory because I wanted to leave open the possibility of what if I like something in addition to acting”. According to Otero, having the space to take courses outside of theater studies and to engage in extracurricular activities allowed for a more holistic academic and personal experience, one that ensured that he “learned so much” about [himself] as a person and as an actor.
Bottom line: if you’re steadfast in your interest of pursuing an in-depth mastery of one of the arts but want access to the benefits of a larger university environment, a stand-alone arts school at a university might provide the best of both worlds.
ARTS DEGREES IN UNIVERSITIES While both traditional conservatories and standalone arts colleges provide focused intensity in the study of the performing or visual arts, students’ interest entering their college education may be more diffuse. Unlike conservatories, enrolling in
Bottom line: if you’re interested in studying performing or visual arts, but also have other interests that you may wish to combine in a second major, or in a multitude of extracurricular activities that do not conventionally “fit” within the arts, finding a well-established arts department in a broad university is a good idea.•
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further develop my leadership skills. The program also gave me connections in the theater industry, as our professors are working professionals. Our connection to Syracuse Stage also allowed me to meet stage managers, directors, actors, and designers outside of the university. Did you have to prepare for this major in any way? If you didn't, do you wish you did? Not necessarily. My only preparation was a love for theater and a general knowledge of and experience in backstage practices. Everyone came in with vastly backgrounds in theater, which was seen as a strength. The first year of the program is designed to bring everyone to the same level of knowledge and skill, laying the foundation for the next three years.
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ALANA BARKER Why did you choose to attend this college and select this major? I always knew I had a love for theater, but it took me finding this program to know that I wanted to pursue stage management. When I interviewed for the B.F.A. stage management major, I realized that the program was a culmination of everything I enjoyed: managing complicated schedules, working on productions of varying scope, and collaborating with other people. The drama department's close connection with Syracuse Stage, a professional regional theater, was also a key reason I decided to attend; this partnership allowed me to intern on one of their mainstage productions and sound design two of their children's shows. What did you hope to get out of the program, and did you achieve it? This program was instrumental in preparing me for the professional world. It gave me a practical knowledge of and proficiency in stage management practices, including organization, communication, and problemsolving skills. I also got to work as our department's stage management representative, which allowed me to
What was a typical day like? There is rarely a typical day in the drama department! We tend to have our classes MondayThursday with Friday off (though there are always exceptions). On a Monday, for example, I may have two classes in the drama department (a stage management practicum and a theater history course, perhaps) and then a class on main campus for my minor in public communication studies. Our classes cannot run past 5 p.m. because stage managers are due to set up for rehearsals at 5:30 p.m. Rehearsal runs from 6-10 p.m., where I typically record blocking, reset the stage between scenes, and work closely with my director and assistants to keep the process moving. After cleaning up and sending out my postrehearsal paperwork, I head home at about 10:45 p.m. Rehearsals typically run TuesdaySaturday, with extended hours on the weekend. On Fridays, I also throw in production meetings for the show I'm working on and student representative meetings with our chair, Holly Thuma. What was the most memorable moment of your time at this college? I am currently studying immersive theater in London on a grant from our Syracuse Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement. Being able to watch the theater scene wake up after 18 months of isolation has been a dream. My research would not have been possible without the support of my professors in the drama department.
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WAYS TO BOOST YOUR PORTFOLIO IN HIGH SCHOOL BY RACHEL SOKOL hen applying to college as an art major, you want your resume and portfolio to ‘pop.’ Your talent can speak for itself, but industry experts and professionals will be reviewing your work, so razzle dazzle ‘em. We asked art scholars and students to give us the goods on what to showcase in a fine arts and photography portfolio. This is their feedback. Zero in on your ‘weakness’ “My entire portfolio was photography because I was dead-set on that being my path,” recalls Amanda Bizarro ’22, Maine College of Art. (MECA) “But part of the MECA application required sketches--an area where I admittedly needed some practice and lacked confidence.” Bizarro put her camera down and started sketching. “Be open to new mediums and experimentation; both are crucial to grow as an artist and demonstrate the willingness to learn—something schools look for.”
BE PREPARED TO CHOOSE ‘ONE’ OR ‘THE OTHER’ Don’t just send schools a hodge-podge of your
artwork; adhere to what they’re requiring from you. “Every school will want to see something different,” says Jen Campanaro, Director of Admissions, Maine College of Art. (MECA) “For example, at MECA--whether it's a variety of different media and techniques or one consistent theme—admissions officers want to see your artistic voice and skill.”
NARROW DOWN YOUR COLLEGE CHOICES Focus on two or three schools vs. applying to ten. Says Campanaro: “Picking your top schools early and diving into their unique needs will help you focus your portfolio on what will matter most to the schools you want to impress.”
INCLUDE ARTWORK FROM COMPETITIONS Whether the winner wins a ribbon or $500, “ enter as many art competitions as you can to keep refining your portfolio with the feedback you receive on your work,” says Annabelle Richardson '22, Maine College of Art. »
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DARKROOM IS A ‘DO’ “Darkroom, or film-based images, totally have a place in a photography portfolio,” says Andrew Frost, MFA, Senior Lecturer and Media Technician, University of Vermont. “I think having the experience of working in a darkroom and with traditional materials is extremely beneficial. It’s like a masterclass in the technical aspects of photography; and that technical discipline is very valuable no matter whether you’re shooting film or digital.”
ALL-DIGITAL IS OK However, if you don’t have darkroom access, or darkroom photos—don’t worry. “When looking at portfolios, my basic assumption is that the images will be digital,” explains Frost. “There are countless examples of incredible images made with digital cameras and your level of access to equipment shouldn’t stop you from making strong photographs.”
DO YOUR RESEARCH Look at the creative work of current students and recent graduates, particularly by visiting their oncampus gallery or attending a graduating show.” This will help you understand the types of students currently going through the program and who they've selected in the past,” advises Phil Ollenberg, Assistant Registrar, Bow Valley Community College, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
SHOW YOUR GROWTH “Not everything should make it into your portfolio. Evidence of process and growth is superior to clutter,” says Véronique Côté, Photography and Visual Arts Professor, Miami International University of Art & Design. Also—showcase YOU. “The strongest portfolios not only demonstrate exploration; they also illustrate a logical direction and growth in artistic skills and expression.”
SUBMIT NEATLY ORGANIZED WORK “Take time to document your work well,” advises Columbia Shafer, Assistant Director of Undergradu-
ate Admissions, California College of the Arts. (CCA) “Photograph your work outdoors on a cloudy day, or indoors using multiple lighting sources.” Or photograph it against a neutral background like a blank wall, white piece of paper or cloth. “If submitting 3D work, photograph the work from multiple angles so we can see the ‘walk around’ and get an idea of how the object occupies space.” If submitting digital work, consider submitting your process work too, such as early drafts, hand drawn sketchbook ideation, notes/research.
BE OPEN TO FEEDBACK Be open-minded because feedback helps you grow. “Show your portfolio-in-progress to your school’s art teacher and ask if they have any tips for your organization or descriptions,” says Shafer. “Also, some art schools, like CCA, offer personalized portfolio reviews you can sign up for online.”
SHARE YOUR DREAM "We want to see how students are making progress towards their goals--even if they don't have all of the resources to achieve those goals quite yet,’ says Angela Jones OBrien, Assistant Vice-President for Admissions, University of the Arts. “If they can't produce large-scale installation work in high school, they can show us through a combination of drawings and videos and small sculptures how they are building the skills to work towards that dream.”
SUBMIT WORK YOU LOVE Don’t just blindly toss in art you think they’ll ‘like.’ “Spending those restless hours on each piece should result (eventually...) into a portfolio filled with the work you're most proud of,” says Kiden Smith, ’24, Savannah College of Art and Design. (SCAD) “You must love each piece and have personal connection in your final works, or else the whole portfolio will fall short.” Overall, whether you dream of being a photojournalist or a sculptor, or both, be confident “Having that sense of confidence will help provide a way for you and your work to ‘stand out’ in comparison to your peers,” says Smith. •
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• Next, I’d take the elevator from the 4th floor to the lower level for acting classes in the black box theatre. • Then I would have Theatre History and Literature class and end my afternoon with Acting Studio or Platinum Edition rehearsals. • Finally, I’d make time to eat dinner with friends and take a breath before starting rehearsal in the evening.
IN MY OWN WORDS Viterbo University:
RACHEL MUNOZ Why did you choose to attend Viterbo University and why did you select this major? I originally planned on becoming an architect. But as graduation approached, I couldn’t accept that my last performance ever was coming up. I knew I would always regret not trying for a career in theatre. Once I started auditioning, seeing classes, and attending collegiate theater, I knew I couldn’t do anything else. I decided on Viterbo when I was at a college fair. While papers, folders, and merch were being shoved into my hands, the Viterbo team was the only one that asked me what I actually wanted in my education. At Viterbo, I could choose things that I wanted to study beyond the courses required for my major. The professors have the time to know you as a student, as a person, and as an artist. Soon it was days packed with learning, rehearsal, study and more rehearsal. What was a typical day like? A typical day might look like this: • Dance class in the morning, followed by a voice lesson or an Arts Administration class. • If I had time, I’d schedule rehearsal time with my scene partners. • Then I’d grab an Einstein’s bagel or munch on my packed lunch before choir.
What was the most memorable moment of your time at Viterbo? Of course, actually making theatre together was the most rewarding part of my time at Viterbo. One of the most memorable moments came while I was directing a oneact with some underclassmen. I remember sitting in the booth, mouthing the lines we’d worked so hard on. The laughing audience couldn’t get enough of it, and the actors began to feed off the energy, creating more fabulous moments. I’ve been an actor and an audience member but sitting in the director’s seat for the first time made me fall in love with theater all over again. What did you hope to get out of the program, and did you achieve it? I wanted three things out of my college studies. 1. A deep understanding of strengths and weaknesses: Oh man, this one was the most challenging to experience because acting is such a personal craft. Luckily, the people around me never let me off the hook, so I was able to push myself every day. 2. Dissection of craft: I’ve been challenged to explore a variety of methods, reflect on my own processes, and carve out my own understanding of characterbuilding and storytelling. 3. A strong network after graduation: My agent is actually a Viterbo graduate who is connecting me not only with people in New York but also with people within the market I’m heading to first, in Washington, D.C. What advice do you have for teens looking for the right college? When it comes to choosing where you’ll study, pay attention to how college recruitment talks to you. If you’re going to be just a number in a sea of other numbers, it’s incredibly difficult to explore who you are as an artist and make progress. When you graduate, having your own artistry is way more important in this industry then becoming a cookie cutter actor to dress up a set.
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Connecting with people over art is a sacred thing to me because it helps me understand those people better. Process and connection are both about being open to change, about giving and receiving, communication and exchange. Those things have led to me being braver and more open as a human as well as a maker.
IN MY OWN WORDS Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD):
JAMIE KUBAT How did you discover your passion for creating? My passion for creating started out when I was pretty young with a drive to make things, to know how the world works, and to tell stories. I didn’t understand why I wanted any of these things at the time but I knew I had to follow that instinct. I’m thankful that I’ve been supported in doing that. Since being at MCAD, I’ve been able to understand the why better–art and making enable me to reach others, create space for healing, and effect change–all things I felt powerless to do as a kid. Understanding the complex histories that inform our contemporary world gives me a framework and context for my work, and provides me with tools to make work that is rich and life-giving for me and for others. I still follow that instinct to pursue what I love and what brings me joy– and what I want to know more about. It’s what keeps me going. What’s your favorite part about creating? My favorite part of creating is the process of making and the way art connects me to other people. When I’m focused on process rather than the outcome, I’m less afraid to take risks and play around with materials.
What’s the hardest part for you about creating? The hardest part is working through the fear and imposter syndrome. Sometimes it stops me before I’ve started; but that’s why I rely so much on process, because that allows me to create without worrying about whether my work will be ‘good enough.’ Because it always is good! And it will always get better. I have to tell myself to shut up a lot when I’m being overlycritical towards my work. Why did you pick the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD)? When I first toured MCAD, I was really attracted to the college’s student-first attitude and the quality of student work I saw up on the walls (looking back, it was probably junior review time). MCAD has a really strong community of people, from staff and faculty to both full-time and non-traditional students, to alumni and people from the greater Twin Cities area. That’s what brought me here and what is keeping me here after I graduate. What has been your favorite part of MCAD? The growth I’ve experienced and the community I’ve gained. Am I starting to sound like a broken record? There are so many cool people I’ve met both here and other places because of my time at MCAD. The visiting artist talks we have every semester are one of my all-time favs. They’re hugely inspiring and have helped me see myself doing things I previously never would have dreamed of, but now want to–which leads me to the next question. How do you think MCAD will help in what you want to do next? One of the ways MCAD has already helped me is by showing me just how much is possible. My mentors and friends, and faculty and staff, have all pushed me forward and held me up and given me the courage to pursue things that I previously thought impossible, like community organizing, leadership, and teaching.
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THE NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAY What to know for 2021
he National Portfolio Day Association (NPDA) is a non-profit organization whose members are 100+ accredited international colleges and universities of art and design (USA, Canada, Europe).
The NPDA’s purpose is to assist students in embarking upon their post-secondary or post-graduate educational journey through the coordination of "National Portfolio Days.”
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WHAT ARE NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAYS? These unique events are hosted by member institutions for the purpose of assisting artists and designers in their pursuit of higher education in the fields of visual art, design, and media. These events provide an opportunity for students to meet one-onone with trained professionals. who provide reviews and feedback on student » portfolios. Schools typically require a portfolio for entry into art or design programs, and these one on one feedback sessions are invaluable for students’ successful applications.
HOW WILL COVID-19 AFFECT THE NPDA 2021/21 SEASON? As a response to the challenges future artists and designers are facing this year with a global pandemic, the NPDA Board has met regularly to assess how best to move forward in this coming season. Recognizing that safety for students, faculty, and the general public is paramount, and that situations are changing on a daily basis, the NPDA assessed that
the most prudent way forward is to develop a new platform that would enable the organization to provide students with the Portfolio Day virtual experience. In addition, for 2021/22, 16 events will be hosted live, in person, in selected cities.
WILL THE NPDA GO VIRTUAL? For the 2021/22 cycle, the NPDA will be hosting 9 virtual portfolio days beginning in September and running to May, 2022. The NEW, robust virtual platform, (http://nationalportfolioday. live/) will enable students to visit and meet with representatives from any of the 105 member schools through a custom interactive booth, one-on-one video portfolio reviews, as well as digital access to art and design school viewbooks, videos, and other supporting materials. The 2021/22 event cycle will retain the positive components from our first online event series, and will be updated to further meet the needs and accessibility students need. •
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MILIKA GRIFFITHS Milika arrived at Rider with very little experience and training. “I knew I could sing, but I had no repertoire. And I never thought I could act." Milika credits private lessons with voice teacher, Carolann Page, for transforming her singing. “She pushed me to sing notes I never thought possible and helped me discover a voice I never knew I had.”
"These are people who know the business. They gave me my repertoire and gave me confidence in my acting. They helped me get out of my shell and onto the stage." In April 2015, Milika took a one-hour train ride to Chelsea Studios for an open call audition for the Tony-winning musical Ragtime. After two callbacks, she was offered an ensemble role. "Rider's location is absolutely critical for theatre majors. I would never have toured with Ragtime if I hadn't gone to Rider. When I walked into that audition I was fearless and confident. I knew I had the education and preparation. It was amazing. I was so excited!" Milika returned to Rider following the 2015-16 national tour of Ragtime and graduated in Spring 2017. After graduation she traveled to Maine where she performed for Ogunquit Playhouse in the new musical From Here to Eternity. In 2018, she joined the Disney Cruise Line as a MainStage performer. In 2020, she joined the multi award-winning hit Broadway musical, Hamilton.
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Did you have to prepare for this major in any way? If you didn’t, do you wish you did? For my AMGT program, there was little preparation needed. Having general knowledge of theatre, dance, and performing arts was very beneficial. For my Dance program, there was a lot of preparation. Dance experience and knowledge were crucial for the audition at Dean. You need to be in peak physical shape for your dance classes. In between semesters we continue to train to build our strength and flexibility, so we won’t lose what we worked so hard for all semester.
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MARIAH SHERIER Why did you choose to attend this college and select this major? I chose to attend Dean College after hours of research on schools who offered my chosen program and visiting the campus. I wanted to study Dance so that I could have a degree in something I am passionate about. I am entering my 18th year of dance and I also wanted to also study something that would offer me job security after my dancing days come to an end. The Arts and Entertainment Management (AMGT) program was perfectly curated for me and my love of the arts. Dean was the only school that offered me the ability to double major in AMGT as well as Dance. It was the perfect fit for me to continue my education. What did you hope to get out of the program, and did you achieve it? I hoped to get experience in the management industry of the arts as well as more dance technique classes. I am achieving exactly what I hoped for from these programs. My schedule is everything I dreamed of. I get to dance and take classes in my selected program every day and then have rehearsals for shows and tap team – one of our audition-based dance teams on campus – after classes. As part of my AMGT program I was excited to be selected to attend and volunteer at a conference in NYC for Performing Arts Presenters; this also counted as credits towards my degree.
What was a typical day like? A typical day for me, a double major, is very busy! I have classes Monday through Friday beginning at 8am and sometimes going all day until about 6pm. After that, I have rehearsals some days of the week until about 9pm. Each semester changed a bit because I was taking different classes. I would have a mix of dance technique classes, general education classes, and my core major requirements throughout my day. What was the most memorable moment of your time at this college? The most memorable moment of my time at Dean was being on the field the home opener ceremony for the New England Patriots football team in 2019. Several students were selected to be a part of this special event at Gillette Stadium. Dean College has a partnership with Kraft Sports + Entertainment – the ownership group of the New England Patriots, New England Revolution and Patriots Place. With this amazing partnership, Dean students can access so many opportunities, including the one I got to be a part of. What advice do you have for teens looking for the right college? My number one piece of advice for any student looking for the right college is to visit the campus! If you can visit and meet faculty and current students, take advantage of that! If you do not have that option, most colleges offer a virtual visit and tour that will be very beneficial as well. In addition to visiting the campus, email the college’s admissions office, and ask for more information about your preferred program and the contact information of current students. I am a student ambassador at Dean, and we love getting to talk to prospective students and answering questions about our school and its programs!
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HOW TO NAIL YOUR ADMISSIONS INTERVIEW AT AN ARTS SCHOOL BY ELIZABETH HEATH f you’re applying to a visual or performing arts school, of course your art portfolio, stage reading or musical or dance performance is going to have a huge bearing on whether you get accepted. The creative part of your audition can tell an admissions committee a whole lot about you, it doesn’t tell them everything. In making their decisions, admissions officers need to know each prospective student as a person, not just as an artist or performer. Interview answers factor into final admissions decisions—and can make the difference between a letter of acceptance and a letter that says “thanks anyway.” Interviews also give you a chance to get to know the school and decide if it’s right for you.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK Whether your art school interview is via video call or in-person, take some time to prepare. Interview questions vary from school to school, but broadly, they’re designed to help admissions staff understand who you are, what your goals are, and why you’ve chosen to apply to their school. To help students prepare ahead of time, highly competitive, Boston-based Berklee College of Music posts its admissions interview questions online. Alex Leiva, Assistant Director of Admissions at Berklee, says that the admissions process includes a 15-minute audition with music faculty and a 15-minute interview with admissions staff. “We »
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use the interview to ascertain the student’s goals, background, and how they have been preparing for Berklee,” says Leiva. That doesn’t mean you need to have your entire college and post-college career mapped out, he says. But students should come across as focused, with some kind of clear goals.
GIVE THOUGHTFUL RESPONSES At schools like Berklee, admissions interviews are part of the overall process, says Leiva. “They count a ton,” he says, “in the way we process applicants and complete our overall assessment. They fill in the gaps that an audition doesn’t reveal.” For some students, says Leiva, the interview might make the difference, especially if an audition is borderline. “We have a minimum performance standard,” he says, “but not all students are here to pursue performance—some might want to be music engineers or producers.” For those students, especially, thoughtful interview responses matter.
Admissions officers want to know that you’ve given time and thought to your motivation. “’I love performing’ is a different answer than ‘I want to be a touring folk musician, run my own band and release albums every two years,’” says Leiva. Both students most certainly love performing—but only one of them has expressed a vision that goes beyond just playing for an adoring audience.
GO IN WITH YOUR EYES OPEN When I worked in admissions at the Corcoran School of Art in Washington, DC, the interview process helped us get to know prospective students. But it also helped students determine whether the school was right for them. I knew the strengths and weaknesses of our programs and while I wouldn’t steer a student away from applying—unless they obviously weren’t ready, either because of their art portfolio or their GPA—I tried to be honest with them, especially if they were applying to a program where they didn’t seem like a natural fit. »
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For example, if a student with a portfolio that consisted entirely of expressionist oil paintings told me he wanted to study graphic design, we’d talk about that. I’d explain the program requirements and talk about the classes he’d be taking. We’d tour the design studios and see students at work. Whether he could picture himself in that environment was up to him to decide—but I always hoped that students were honest with themselves. Eric Kaster, Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, says most visual art schools he knows tend to take a similar approach with admissions interviews— they may be a less formal part of the admissions process, and they’re there to inform students as much as they inform admissions staff. “Everywhere I worked, we met with as many students as we could (often at recruitment events) to be sure they were prepared with a portfolio that showed potential,” says Kaster. “We might provide tips and recommendations for how to improve their work, and
offer information, not just about our school but also schools of art and design in general.”
BE YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF In art, music, dance or theatre, the most moving works or performances are those that seem to reveal something about the artists themselves. Think of your art school admissions interview the same way. And just as you would in visual or performing arts, rehearse. Practice your interview questions. “Don’t worry about trying to figure out what you think we want to hear,” says Leiva. “Be authentic to yourself. But make sure you’re ready to deliver that authenticity in a clear, concise package.” While you’re unlikely to be judged on how eloquent you are or how large your vocabulary is, it’s still important to be able to talk about who you are. “In any arts industry, you have to learn to talk about yourself and your work,” says Leiva. Your art school admissions interview is the perfect place to start. •
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IN MY OWN WORDS Wayne State:
MUNERA KAAKOUCH Why did you choose to attend this college and select this major? When deciding on a college I had a hierarchical list of needs that Wayne State University (WSU) met, with grace. First, WSU has an incredibly vast study abroad program which I was looking forward to pursuing. I was also enthralled by the diversity of programs offered. Moreover, the university offers a plethora of private and public scholarships, of which I had the privilege of receiving the talent scholarship to pursue fine arts upon my acceptance to WSU. What did you hope to get out of the program, and did you achieve it? The experience I’ve had with Wayne state is unmatched. Upon starting the university I was excited to receive guidance as to how to pursue a study abroad program, where I was able to study abroad in France, participating in a medicinal chemistry program where I won the C’est Mons Tours Art Competition in 2019. I was also lucky to have so many counselors that were able to keep up with my career-path and degree changes. If anything, I have received ten-fold what I imagined I would get out of the program.
Did you have to prepare for this major in any way? If you didn't, do you wish you did? During my senior year of high school, I took AP studio art which helped me build a portfolio to submit to universities. This was the class that was truly the catalyst in deciding to go to art school. I will say that making the portfolio didn’t necessarily feel like preparation for college, despite the rigor of an AP class. As a matter of fact, the class felt very natural for me. I went on to paint murals on the walls of my high school that year, after which I began applying to colleges and receiving my talent scholarship offer from WSU. What was a typical day like? In all honesty, a typical day for me doesn’t really exist. I think that’s one of the beautiful things about being an artist. Some days I’m up early, creating my own paintings and completing assignments for classes, until an evening shift at work. Some days I’m working on commissions, both at home or at venues, or going to a new art exhibition in Detroit. Being an artist does put a lot of responsibility on a student to dedicate themselves to their craft and be able to keep up with an ever-changing schedule. I for one, find it so worth-while. What was the most memorable moment of your time at this college? I would normally say that my most memorable moment at Wayne State was going to study abroad in France but that memory is a close second! My most memorable moment was when I decided to drop my minor for my degree. I had previously been pre-med until my Junior year at WSU. It took me a very long time to build the confidence in myself to double down with the decision to pursue fine arts as a career. At Wayne State, the College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts is very tight knit, and I’m lucky to have had counselors like Avanti Herzeg and art professors like Mel Rosas to offer guidance through the hardest parts of ‘growing into my own shoes,’ so to speak.
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Did you have to prepare to be a Music major in any way? Anything you wish you did? In addition to the initial Music school audition, as a composer you also have to apply for the composition concentration by submitting a portfolio of two pieces. Sometimes I wish I had known a bit more of the fundamentals and contemporary artists before my audition, but I would not be who I am today without the supportive friends, encouraging professors, and the success I have been able to achieve as a composer and musician if I had done anything different.
IN MY OWN WORDS James Madison University College of Visual and Performing Arts:
What is a typical day like? No two music major’s schedules are the same, and for most, no two days are the same! As a music major, you have the normal course load of a regular college student, plus music ensembles, lessons, concerts, and extracurriculars. My first year at JMU I was in two large ensembles plus the Marching Royal Dukes and a horn quartet. There will be days where I am out from 8am to almost 11pm, but I love it! I walk pretty much everywhere so it provides good exercise when I’m not able to get to the gym.
Why did you choose to attend JMU and select Music? I knew I wanted to go into music, but didn't know which program to apply for. Being close to James Madison University’s campus, I learned about the Music Composition concentration which I found to be a good fit. After visiting campus and meeting with the professors, I felt very welcomed by the community. I knew I found the right place to call “My home close to home.”
What has been the most memorable moment of your time at this college? At JMU, one of our ensembles is the JMU Brass Band, a British style band originating from Europe. We competed in the North American Brass Band Association contest performing Philip Sparke's “Music of the Spheres” - a challenging work showcasing the intense virtuosity of brass playing and requiring everyone’s collaboration. Performing this challenged my thinking as a musician and as a composer. The intensity of the concert, for the first time ever, brought me to tears, in addition to giving me goosebumps. Everyone on stage was giving it their absolute all, and the response from the audience confirmed our efforts.
What are you hoping to get out of the program, and have you achieved it? Before I started at JMU, I knew I wanted to go on to graduate school in Screen Scoring, and I needed a bachelor’s degree in Music to apply. I still plan on applying for graduate school, and at JMU I've been able to learn, appreciate, and get involved in a vibrant musical community. Over time, I have found my voice as a composer through practicing eclecticism and bridging different communities together - the same way my music brings different styles together.
What advice do you have for teens looking for the right college to study the visual or performing arts? My one big piece of advice is that you have to love it. Studying the arts in academia is difficult, and I have seen others get discouraged because they were not expecting it to get so serious or busy. If you do not have a strong passion for what you are studying, you might struggle. For me, the James Madison University music community keeps me inspired because everyone is highly involved in so many different things. We love what we do, and I strongly encourage you to study
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HOW A PHOTOGRAPHY DEGREE HAS SHAPED MY LIFE AND CAREER olleen Gutwein O’Neal is a photographer and curator from the Northeastern United States. O’Neal’s work is focused on the human experience through personal engagement, using photography as a way to build lasting relationships within her community. Her most recent long-term work, The Newark Artists Photo Documentary Project, pays tribute to, and immortalizes through photographs, ninety-plus artists within the Newark arts community. A natural extension to her photographic work, O’Neal curates contemporary exhibitions inspired by the artists she has built relationships with over time.
O’Neal is an Adjunct Professor of Photography, Contemporary Art, and Senior Studio at Rutgers University Newark, a volunteer at Index Art Center, and Community Partner at Shine Portrait Studio. Colleen has been exhibiting work since 2004, and her printed works are included in Hycide and Nowhere magazines as well as in the permanent collections of the Newark Public Library and the Thomas J. Watson Library – Metropolitan Museum of Art. She is currently studying for her master’s degree in American Studies, Humanities track, at Rutgers University, Newark. We caught up with her and asked her to answer a few questions about her career in photography and work as a photographer. »
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I became interested in photography at a young age, around five or so. My grandmother and grandfather owned a small wedding and portrait photography business. My grandfather would take photos and my grandmother would hand-color them. Watching an image slowly appear like an apparition in the developer bath has never lost its magic to me, although we live in a digital world, I still spend a great deal of time working in the darkroom.
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Did you know right away it was going to be your focus in school?
I didn’t take a photography class until I got to college. Before college I saw photography only as one of many artistic mediums and opted instead to take my electives in painting and philosophy. I spent a lot of time in the summer between high school and college with a friend who was a photography major at Rowan, and this rekindled my interest in the me-
dium. I took an Introduction to Photography class my freshman year and once I was re-submerged in the darkroom, I knew that photography was it for me. I still explored other mediums as well as language, philosophy, math, and science to incorporate all of it into my work.
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If you are a student and love photography, awesome! Keep loving it! Careers in photography are wide-ranging. If you are interested in the technical aspects of the craft, you could find work as a product photographer. If you love documentary style work and being around people and events, wedding photography could be a great opportunity to hone in on your craft or start your own business. Alternatively, you can reject “making a product” and consider how photography is harnessed within the art world, create documentary content, or support non-profit groups or activist causes. There are so many opportunities within the field, but you must be willing to hustle. »
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With all of the cuts to photography departments at newspapers and general lack of understanding around arts degrees, what do you see as the future for photographers?
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Thinking about the future of photography is exciting! It’s such a young medium especially when we think of it on the same scale of painting, which has been an artistic expression created by humans tens of thousands of years ago. I think photography can surprise us in the art world, and forever change the way we view each other and societies across the globe. As traditional photography jobs seem to be waning, the medium has been made accessible to huge portions of the population through camera phones, and we are able to share our experiences globally with social media.
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thing your parents or your teachers taught you? Is it something that you feel when you look at an image? I believe we are coming into an age where traditional aesthetics are no longer held as the highest importance, but what you do with your work is more meaningful. A good photographer has nothing to do with the quality of images, but instead has to do with the intent of the work and the ethics of the photographer. We are not creating work in a vacuum; we have a great deal of responsibility every time we pick up our cameras.
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I think that the future of art is determined by those who are doing the work, meaning artists, critics, and organizations that hold true to their missions and are consistently creating Art allows us to see beyond ourselves and our own expectations, allowing us to reach further and enter worlds we have never even dreamed of and pull new ideas into our current state of being. •
IN-DEMAND CAREERS FOR ART & DESIGN MAJORS BY RYAN O’KEEFE or many people, say the word “art school” and the first thing that pops into mind is the Sistine Chapel or the statue of David in Florence, Italy. But there is so much more to art—and to art school—than just that. Of course, painting and sculpting and the fine arts are wonderful and plenty of schools will launch students into great careers in either, but there are so many majors and programs within art school that aren’t being explored or considered quite as often. “I love to remind people that going to art school isn't just painting and drawing, and that there are plenty of other programs of study that they should consider,” says Ryan O'Keefe, the assistant Director of the Association of Independent Colleges of Art & Design (AICAD) He sat down and gave us a list of some of the under-explored majors and programs of study that may interest creative students now or in the future.
URBAN DESIGN City and Regional Planning, also known as Urban Design, is the development and design of plans and programs for the use of urban and regional space. This major allows students to use collaborative skills and their critical thinking abilities necessary to consider realistic urban growth, and economic, environmental, and social justice in urban neighborhoods and regions, but it also takes a lot of skill in drawing and creative planning.
ENTERTAINMENT ARTS Think all things animation, game design, and video/ film, and television. The Entertainment Arts major is perfect for any creative students who also enjoy playing Xbox or computer games or VR and who
want to be part of the design from the ground up. Students would expect to take a full course load of industrial design, illustration and animation to meet their entertainment artist aspirations.
TOY DESIGN If you have ever wanted to live out the 1980’s movie "Big" as an adult, this is the major for you. But it isn’t the 1980’s anymore. Toy design is expanding beyond the My Little Ponies and American Girl dolls of yesterday. It now includes computer and interactive game design. Students enrolled in toy design programs will cover ideation, marketing and engineering of toys, fully preparing them for employment in the industry.
CURATORIAL STUDIES Curatorial and Museum Studies programs explore the business side of the art world. A curator manages relationships between artists, artworks, exhibitions spaces, and the public. They get to pick and choose work based on the space and the city and the clients who may come and see it. The work is rich in research and investigation in art history and criticism. It’s almost like matchmaking between the perfect space and the perfect artist. Curators have the opportunity to present their extensive research and knowledge in a published or exhibited format.
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN Environmental Design (also known as Sustainable Design) takes interior design and expands it. This creative field combines elements of architecture and graphic design with interior design, perfect for anyone still remembering the Minecraft houses they loved to build as children. A lot of this space will be commercial projects -- lighting, signage, »
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traffic patterns, furniture, and more. It’s about considering how a space is meant to be used and shaping it to facilitate that comfortably for inhabitants. Three-dimensional and spatial abilities are key in this field, as is an understanding of social and human processes.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN Industrial or Product Design can mean many things from designing cars to household appliances to medical equipment and computers — nearly any three-dimensional object. The designer gets to be very hands-on and can incorporate sociology and psychology and human behaviour analysis into this creative field along with the obvious graphic design component. This can lead to work as part of a design firm or work as a solo or freelance designer.
VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS Visual Communications (also known as Visual Communication Design) programs prepare students for work as advertising designers,
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graphic designers, and illustrators. The major incorporated communication theory, graphic design, illustration, information design, and typography.
PHOTOGRAPHY Students in Photography can expect careers that encompass all sorts of visual fields, whether they choose to do portraits or product photography or weddings and events. They will explore the fundamentals of film processing and darkroom printing and then move on to experiment with digital capture, high-end printing at medium and large scales, video, installation work and other approaches.
FILM Like many other areas of art and design, Film Studies can encompass a wide range of formats and approaches. At one end of the spectrum are fine arts-oriented films. At the other end are full-scale Hollywood productions such as “Good Will Hunting” (directed by Gus Van Sant, a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design). Imagination and technical knowledge are prerequisites here. •
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2021 PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS COLLEGES Looking for an art school? Here are some colleges that offer great programs in music, theater, dance, graphic design, film production, arts management, gaming and more. AMDA: THE AMERICAN MUSICAL & DRAMATIC ACADEMY
Location: Los Angeles, CA & New York, NY D, F, M, MT, T amda.edu For over 50 years, AMDA has launched some of the most successful careers in theatre, film and television. AMDA creates industry professionals who don’t just wait for life to happen—they stage their own career path. AMDA graduates take the world’s stages, film sets and movie screens, changing the way we think about art in the 21st century. Learn More »
ANDERSON UNIVERSITYTHE SOUTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF ARTS
Location: Anderson, SC Majors: D, F, G, M, MT, P, T, V andersonuniversity.edu/schoolof-the-arts The South Carolina School of the Arts at Anderson University trains professional visual, musical and theatrical artists who are serious about both their art and Christian faith. Staffed by highly trained and world-class artists, musicians, actors, dancers, theatrical designers, and scholars. Students develop their artistry to its fullest potential so they may thrive professionally and serve others through the arts.
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Location: Brighton, UK Majors: M bimm.ac.uk BIMM Institute is the largest and leading provider of music education in Europe. For over 35 years, we’ve taken raw talents and turned them into industry professionals, earning a living doing what they love. Graduates include James Bay, George Ezra (BRIT Award winners) and Ella Mai (Grammy and Billboard Music Awards winner). Learn More »
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BOSTON UNIVERSITY: COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS, SCHOOL OF VISUAL ARTS Location: Boston, MA Majors: D, G, M, MT, P, T, V bu.edu/cfa The College of Fine Arts at BU brings together the Schools of Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts. CFA offers professional training in conservatorystyle environments for undergraduate and graduate students, complemented by a liberal arts curriculum for undergraduate students. Education at the College of Fine Arts begins on the BU campus and extends into Boston—a rich center of cultural, artistic, and intellectual activity. Learn More »
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF THE ARTS Location: Valencia, CA Majors: D, F, M, P, T, V, O calarts.edu CalArts is renowned internationally as a gamechanger in the education of professional artists. The transformative cultural impact of our alumni shows why: We bring out visionary creative talent unlike any other university, school or conservatory. An all-inclusive community for a diversity of authentic voices, CalArts today offers more than 70 comprehensive degree programs in the visual, performing, media and literary arts. Learn More »
CEDAR CREST COLLEGE
Location: Allentown, PA Majors: D, T, V, O cedarcrest.edu Cedar Crest College is a liberal arts college, primarily for women, dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders and learners. With degrees in dance, theatre, art and more, Cedar Crest offers the inclusive community and transformative experiences to help you succeed at every level. Learn More »
COLUMBUS COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN
DEAN COLLEGE
Location: Franklin, MA Majors: D, T, O dean.edu Dean College is a private residential college located just outside of Boston, in Franklin, MA, with unique programs geared to individual learning styles. Students can choose from programs in the School of the Arts, the School of Business, the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance and the School of Liberal Arts. A degree in theatre or arts and entertainment management from Dean College opens the door to a world of possibilities. Learn More »
Location: Columbus, OH Majors: F, G, P, V, O ccad.edu Columbus College of Art & Design teaches undergraduate and graduate students in the midst of a thriving creative community in Columbus, Ohio. CCAD has 12 undergraduate majors in its Bachelor of Fine Arts program and two Master’s programs that produce graduates equipped to shape culture and business at the highest level. Learn More »
DREXEL UNIVERSITY: WESTPHAL COLLEGE OF MEDIA & DESIGN
CORNISH COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
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Location: Seattle, WA Majors: D, F, G, M, MT, P, T, V, O cornish.edu Cornish College of Arts has been offering degrees in the Visual and Performing arts for over 100 years. Areas of study include Art, Design, Animation, Illustration, Film, Interior Architecture, as well as Dance, Music, Theater and Technical Theater. Opportunities to be part of on-campus events as well as intern, exhibit and perform outside of the College. Learn More »
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Location: Philadelphia, PA Majors: D, G, M, P, T, V, O drexel.edu/westphal Drexel’s Westphal College prepares students who are passionate about design, media and performing arts to succeed in these competitive fields. We offer 17 undergraduate and 9 graduate majors, including topranked programs in Game Design, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Product Design, and Graphic Design.
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY: CORCORAN SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & DESIGN
Location: Washington, DC Majors: D, G, M, P, T, V, O corcoran.gwu.edu Focused on the idea of direct and intensely creative education, the Corcoran offers 22 bachelors and masters degrees in the visual, scholarly and performing arts. Part of the George Washington University, the school is an incubator for artists, designers and scholars, who learn from renowned faculty in the nation’s capital. Learn More »
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GETTYSBURG COLLEGE: SUNDERMAN CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
HARCUM COLLEGE
Location: Gettysburg, PA Majors: M, F, V, O gettysburg.edu/music Gettysburg’s Sunderman Conservatory provides excellent musical training grounded in the liberal arts for students who seek to make music integral to their lives, whether as a career or a life-long avocation. Honoring our place as a dynamic conservatory within one of the nation’s leading liberal arts colleges, we foster rigorous study, creativity, intellectual curiosity, and joy in music. Learn More »
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Location: Bryn Mawr, PA Majors: FD, G, P, V harcum.edu Harcum is an associate’s degree-granting independent residential college located near Philadelphia offering careerready programs in fashion design, fashion merchandising, graphic design, interior design, and photography—all housed in our picturesque, award-winning Art & Design Center. Learn More »
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HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY: HAYWORTH SCHOOL OF ARTS AND DESIGN Location: High Point, NC Majors: D, FD, G, M, T, V, O highpoint.edu/arts-design Students studying the arts at High Point University will find small class sizes, incredible resources, and faculty that truly care about your journey to find your artistic voice. Within the rich liberal arts tradition at HPU, we promise extraordinary hands-on experiences and mentoring from a world-class faculty. Accreditations include the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation. Learn More »
U N I V E R S I T Y O F N E W COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS
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Promotes an inclusive environment where creativity and critical discourse thrive.
F I L M & D I G I TA L A R T S
Develops the necessary skills to succeed as a moviemaker, screenwriter, video game designer, film historian, or experimental arts practitioner.
MUSIC
Encourages students to develop their skills as complete musicians.
T H E AT R E & D A N C E
Cultivates critical thinking and analysis, providing a broad, liberal arts education in the related performing arts. And an Interdisciplinary Arts Degree through a customized degree plan with two or three areas of focus in multiple media and arts disciplines.
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HUSSIAN COLLEGE LOS ANGELES
Location: Los Angeles, CA Majors: D, F, MT, T, V, O la.hussiancollege.edu Hussian College In Studio Los Angeles is the first and only college of its kind, created within a Hollywood studio. Offering accredited BFA degrees in Acting, Film & Digital Content, Commercial Dance, and Contemporary Musical Theatre & Film, our innovative curriculum and campus empower Hollywood’s next-generation of working professionals. Learn More »
INDIANA UNIVERSITY: ESKENAZI SCHOOL OF ART, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN Location: Bloomington, IN Majors: A, FD, G, P, V, O eskenazi.indiana.edu Eskenazi School is where artists, designers, and merchandisers find their community and shape their skills with guidance from expert creatives. We offer degrees in Comprehensive Design, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Merchandising, and Studio Art, with options to explore ceramics, digital art, fibers, graphic design, metals, painting, photo, printmaking, and sculpture. Learn More »
JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY: COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Location: Harrisonburg, VA Majors: D, G, M, MT, P, T, V jmu.edu The College of Visual and Performing Arts at James Madison University includes the School of Art, Design, Art History; School of Music; and School of Theatre and Dance. Our academic programs focus on highlevel artistic training combined with entrepreneurial action and the integration of practical training along with liberal arts studies. Learn More »
KANSAS CITY ART INSTITUTE
Location: Kansas City, MO Majors: F, G, P, V, O kcai.edu The Kansas City Art Institute is a fouryear, independent, fully accredited college of art and design offering degrees in a variety of disciplines. You will find the tools and space to create: design boldly, sculpt adventurously, capture dramatically, paint vividly, write poetically. Seek inspiration and act on it at KCAI. Learn More »
KD CONSERVATORY: COLLEGE OF FILM & DRAMATIC ARTS
Location: Dallas, TX Majors: F, MT, T kdstudio.com KD Conservatory offers nationally accredited degree programs to put you on a fast track to your career in the entertainment industry! Students train with award winning professionals dedicated to promoting them in school and beyond. Networking opportunities and professional credits are key to our mentoring philosophy. Learn More »
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LAGUNA COLLEGE OF ART + DESIGN
Location: Laguna Beach, CA Majors: G, V lcad.edu Laguna College of Art + Design has a location like no other, in a beachside community that lives and breathes creativity – Laguna Beach, California. Laguna College of Art + Design’s extensive foundation program gives a thorough preparation for excellence in your chosen field. Learn More »
LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY
Location: Appleton, WI Majors: F, M, MT, P, T lawrence.edu Charting an uncommon course in higher education for more than 160 years, Lawrence University uniquely integrates a college of liberal arts and sciences with a conservatory of music, both devoted exclusively to undergraduate education. Learn More »
LIVERPOOL INSTITUTE FOR PERFORMING ARTS
Location: Liverpool, England Majors: D, F, M, MT, T, V, O lipa.ac.uk Co-founded in 1996 by Sir Paul McCartney and based in his former school buildings, we are one of the world leaders for those who wish to perform, or make performance possible. Our training replicates the working practices of the arts and entertainment industries so that you enjoy sustained employment in your chosen field. Learn More »
Nationally recognized conservatory training • Small classes with professional artists as your professors • A beautiful campus nestled in the bluffs of the Mississippi River Valley • A top 20 best college town in America • A thriving local arts community
Top rated programs: music theatre, theatre, music, music education
Admission to the conservatory is by audition and interview for all programs.Visit www.viterbo.edu/conservatory or call 608-796-3010 for details.
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LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS: COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND MEDIA
Location: New Orleans, LA Majors: F, G, P, V, O loyno.edu Loyola University New Orleans is a private, liberal arts, Jesuit institution. The College of Music and Media is home to twenty-five performing and visual arts majors. Each program is grounded in professional mentorship, real world experience, and skill development. Learn More »
MIAMI UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF CREATIVE ARTS Location: Oxford, OH Majors: D, FD, M, P, T, V, O miamioh.edu You are creative. Your commitment to driving that creativity gives you an opportunity to thrive at Miami University. The College of Creative Arts (CCA) uses an interdisciplinary approach to arts education that combines classic art foundations, proven arts management and entrepreneurship frameworks, and emerging technologies to create the #ThrivingArtists of tomorrow. Learn More »
MINNEAPOLIS COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN
Location: Minneapolis, MN Majors: F, P, G, V mcad.edu Recognized nationally and internationally for an innovative, interdisciplinary approach to visual arts education since 1886, the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) offers pre-college programs, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and continuing education classes for all ages. Learn More »
MONTSERRAT COLLEGE OF ART
NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
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NORWICH UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS
Location: Beverly, MA Majors: F, G, P, V, O montserrat.edu Montserrat College of Art is a small, private, residential college of visual art and design in Beverly, MA, a half-hour train ride from Boston and threeblocks to the ocean. Twentyfour/seven arts immersion leading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Required internships and rich curriculum help students find their place in the growing creative economy.
NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAY ASSOCIATION
Location: Plymouth, MI Majors: G, P, V, nationalportfolioday.org The National Portfolio Day Association (NPDA) was created solely for the organization and planning of National Portfolio Days to connect visual art. Students who participate receive 100% free, online portfolio reviews. The Association consists of representatives from regionally accredited US colleges and universities that are accredited institutional members of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and Canadian colleges and universities that are members of Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) or that hold NASAD Substantial Equivalency status. Learn More »
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Location: Miami, FL Majors: D, F, M, MT, P, T, V nwsa.mdc.edu New World School of the Arts, located in Miami, Florida, is a center for excellence in the visual and performing arts. It provies a comprehensive educational program of artistic training, academic and creative development and preparation for professional careers in the arts. Learn More »
Location: Norwich, UK Majors: F, G, V, O nua.ac.uk Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) is a leading UK university offering three year undergraduate and one year graduate programmes in art, design and media disciplines. For 170 years NUA has offered studio-based, practiceled learning that prepares graduates for success in the creative industries. Learn More »
PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY
Location: Tacoma, WA Majors: F, G, P, V, O plu.edu/soac The School of Arts and Communication at Pacific Lutheran University houses the departments of Art & Design, Communication, Music, and Theatre & Dance. Presenting over 250 events each season, we combine the best practices of liberal arts education with the benefits of applied and professional study. Learn More »
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RIDER UNIVERSITY: WESTMINSTER COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
Location: Lawrenceville, NJ Majors: D, M, T rider.edu/wca Rider University’s Westminster College of the Arts educates and trains aspiring performers, artists, teachers, and students with artistic interests to pursue professional, scholarly, and lifelong personal opportunities in dance, music, theater, arts administration and more. It is composed of Westminster Choir College and the School of Fine and Performing Arts.
SCHOOL OF ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO (SAIC)
SETON HILL UNIVERSITY: SCHOOL OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS
Location: Chicago, IL Majors: F, P, V saic.edu The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, one of the nation’s most influential art and design schools, offers a unique interdisciplinary curriculum designed to provide students unparalleled opportunities to develop their creative and critical abilities. Learn More »
Location: Greensburg, PA Majors: D, G, M, MT, T, V setonhill.edu/academics Creative, innovative, imaginative - this is what it means to be a Seton Hill University student! Seton Hill has a passion for the arts. It is reflected in the work of students and faculty who thrive as a community of artists, musicians performers, therapists and educators. Learn More »
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SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY: COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS
Location: Syracuse, NY Majors: D, F, G, M, MT, P, T, V vpa.syr.edu Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (SU:VPA) in Syracuse, New York, is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. Come to SU to Make Your Mark! Learn More »
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THE BLACKBIRD ACADEMY
Location: Nashville, TN Majors: M, MT, O theblackbirdacademy.com Learn Live Sound and Studio Engineering on the best gear, from top engineers, producers, recording artists and educators at our Professional School of Audio. The Blackbird Academy’s campus is built on the foundation of the Blackbird Studio in Nashville, Tennessee, a multi-studio production facility where award-winning records are made every day. Learn More »
The CCA Combines Classic Art Foundations with Emerging Technology to Create the #ThrivingArtists of Tomorrow!
THE ROYAL CENTRAL SCHOOL OF SPEECH AND DRAMA: UNIVERSITY OF LONDON Location: London, UK Majors: MT, T, V cssd.ac.uk Located in the heart of London, UK, The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama has a long reputation of developing talented creatives who enjoy success across the globe. From Oscar-winning actors to Tony Award-winning sound designers, every area of performance and production is covered by our courses. Learn More »
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UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI COLLEGECONSERVATORY OF MUSIC (CCM)
Location: Cincinnati, OH Majors: D, F, G, M, MT, P, T, V, O ccm.uc.edu Nationally ranked and internationally renowned, the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) is a preeminent institution for the performing and media arts. The synergy created by housing CCM within a comprehensive public university gives the college its unique character and defines its objective: to educate and inspire the whole artist and scholar for positions on the world’s stage. Learn More »
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO-DENVER: THE COLLEGE OF ARTS & MEDIA
Location: Denver, CO Majors: F, M, T, V cam.ucdenver.edu The College of Arts & Media at CU Denver knows that talented creators and innovators deserve careers doing what they love. CAM leverages the realworld experience of acclaimed (and connected) faculty and the location of the college—in the heart of Denver’s thriving artistic, creative, and entertainment industry. Learn More »
UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD: THE HARTT SCHOOL
Location: West Hartford, CT Majors: D, M, T hartford.edu/hartt The Hartt School is the performing arts conservatory of the University of Hartford with degree programs in music, dance and theatre. The educational focus is on individual needs and supportive relationships with faculty, staff and other students. Learn More »
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON: KATHERINE MCGOVERN COLLEGE OF THE ARTS Location: Houston, TX Majors: D, G, M, P, T, V uh.edu/kgmca Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts at the University of Houston is a dynamic powerhouse of creativity and collaboration in one of America’s most culturally diverse cities. Bringing together the performing and visual arts entities at the Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts firmly believes in the transformative power of the arts and their ability to positively shape the world. The KGMCA is working to enrich and empower our students, community and the world. Learn More »
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UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS Location: Albuquerque, NM Majors: D, F, G, M, MT, P, V, O finearts.unm.edu UNM College of Fine Arts offers over 19 degrees in Visual and Performing Arts. Areas of study: Studio Art, Art History, Art Education, Photography Interdisciplinary Arts, Film Production, Video Game Designer, Animation, Music, Conducting, Jazz, Music Education, Performance, Dance, Design & Technology for Performance, Dramatic Writing and Theatre. Learn More »
UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS
Location: Philadelphia, PA Majors: D, F, MT, P, T, V, O uarts.edu University of the Arts’ mission is simple: to advance human creativity. UArts offers programs in design, fine arts, media arts, music, dance, theater and writing taught by working artists, and fosters collaboration across disciplines through 23 minors that are open to all students, regardless of their majors. Learn More »
VITERBO UNIVERSITY
Location: La Crosse, WI Majors: D, M, MT, T viterbo.edu Viterbo University Conservatory for the Performing Arts is home to a new generation of young artists destined for careers in the performing arts. Here in the beautiful upper Mississippi River Valley, you’ll find professional artist faculty who meet you where you are and guide you toward the artist you want to be. Learn More »
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WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF ART AND ART HISTORY
Location: Detroit, MI Majors: V, O art.wayne.edu The James Pearson Duffy Department of Art and Art History is educating the next generation of visual artists, designers, and art historians. WSU is a premier urban research university, in the heart of Detroit, offering more than 350 programs to more than 28,000 students. Learn More »
Location: Rocklin, CA Majors: F, G, M, MT, T, V, O jessup.edu Utilizing hands-on, real-world experience, Jessup’s Division of Visual & Performing Arts is dedicated to preparing you for your chosen career through academics and enriching experiences. Our faculty are experts in their respective fields and work closely with you, mentoring and training you in either music, theater, visual & fine arts, or digital communication & design. Graduates have a greater understanding and mastery of creative techniques as well as an appreciation for historical and educational values of the arts. Learn More »
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INDEX Use this index to find a school's ad or listing by location. GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
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Ad Listing UNITED STATES CALIFORNIA California Institute of the Arts 44 Hussian College Los Angeles 46 Laguna College of Art + Design 40 46 William Jessup University: Division of Visual & Performing Arts 49 52 AMDA: The American Musical & Dramatic Academy 27 43
COLORADO University of Colorado-Denver: The College of Arts & Media
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CONNECTICUT University of Hartford: The Hartt School 36
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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA George Washington University: Corcoran School of the Arts & Design
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FLORIDA New World School of the Arts
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ILLINOIS School of Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) 17
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INDIANA Indiana University: Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture & Design
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LOUISIANA Loyola University New Orleans: College of Music and Media MASSACHUSETTS Boston University: College of Fine Arts, School of Visual Arts Dean College Back Cover Montserrat College of Art MICHIGAN National Portfolio Day Association 19 Wayne State University Department of Art and Art History 33
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NEW MEXICO University of New Mexico, College of Fine Arts
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NEW YORK AMDA: The American Musical & Dramatic Academy 27 Syracuse University: College of Visual & Performing Arts 11
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OHIO Columbus College of Art & Design 1 Miami University College of Creative Arts 50 University of Cincinnati CollegeConservatory of Music (CCM) Cedar Crest College 29 PENNSYLVANIA Drexel University: Westphal College of Media & Design 22 Gettysburg College: Sunderman Conservatory of Music” 30 Harcum College 38 Seton Hill University: School of Visual & Performing Arts 12 University of the Arts
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SOUTH CAROLINA Anderson UniversityThe South Carolina School of Arts
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TENNESSEE The Blackbird Academy
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TEXAS KD Conservatory: College of Film & Dramatic Arts 35 University of Houston: Katherine McGovern College of the Arts 15
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VIRGINIA James Madison University: College of Visual & Performing Arts
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MISSOURI Kansas City Art Institute
WASHINGTON Cornish College of the Arts Pacific Lutheran University
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MINNESOTA Minneapolis College of Art & Design
NORTH CAROLINA High Point University: Hayworth School of Arts and Design
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NEW JERSEY Rider University: Westerminister College of the Arts
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WISCONSIN Lawrence University 46 Viterbo University 47 51 UNITED KINGDOM BIMM Institute 28 43 Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts 7 46 Norwich University of the Arts 3 48 The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama: University of London 39 50
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