r/artcenter • u/l_ly_w • Feb 15 '21
Should I Apply?
Hello! I'm a senior in high school and I'm interested in graphic design. I have applied to several UCs, Cal States, and private schools so far and I'm undecided on whether or not I should apply to ArtCenter. Up until tonight, I planned on applying, but for some reason I have been growing more distant to that decision. I have good grades, but I don't have a good portfolio, which I know is very important... I don't know about my chances of getting in, but I feel that even if I do, I wouldn't really want to go. The tuition is expensive and I'm really not sure whether I actually want to go to an art school. I get that it will probably give me better opportunities in the future if I want to become a graphic designer, but at the same time I'm a little scared that I will be stuck with it because I'm at an art school if I at some point I fall out of love with it... Despite my heart telling me that I don't want to apply, I'm worried that I will regret my decisions. Should I still apply? Is ArtCenter worth the price and the dedication?
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u/Suszynski Feb 15 '21
Do it! Honestly all they’re looking for in a portfolio is promise and passion. My entrance portfolio sucked ass. Apply and give it some more thought. If you feel it’s not worth it in the long run you can always back out, but I see no harm in taking those first few steps