inthrutheoutdoor Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 I'm recently retired and considering applying to a MFA Visual Arts program starting in the fall of 2014. Like the headline says, I'm 50 years old. Not quite one foot in the grave but then again... Mixing with the 23-35 crowd isn't all that out of the ordinary for me, so that's not my concern. However, assuming my credentials etc. are up to standard, I am wondering to what degree my age might be a negative factor with admission committees. All candid thoughts will be much appreciated. SocialKonstruct 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaneyphoto Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 I'm in the same ballpark age range and I can't see why it would be considered a negative thing. If anything, your extra life experience should bring more to the program, shouldn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burkis Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 I doubt that they will take into account your age. As long as your qualifications are good and you submit a great application you shouldn't have a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmm Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 And as long as you can afford it...go for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthrutheoutdoor Posted March 9, 2013 Author Share Posted March 9, 2013 Thanks very much for the replies! Gives me some needed hope and energy to start off the day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthrutheoutdoor Posted April 15, 2013 Author Share Posted April 15, 2013 (edited) . Edited April 15, 2013 by inthrutheoutdoor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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