I have gotten so much helpful information from lurking in the shadows of last year's admissions freak out forum, that I'm happy to see this new one starting up - especially since I'm beginning to put together my applications now. This is my first round of apps, and I am a mixed media painter applying to
Tulane
University of Michigan
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
University of Minnesota
SAIC
& Ohio State OR RISD
It is really important for me to get a good financial aid offering (which is why I'm on the fence about RISD although its a dream school of mine), and get some Teaching experience during the program as well. Something that I'm most nervous about is the quality of my images for the portfolio. Here is a link to my webiste: www.carmeneliz.com
I would appreciate any feedback. I'm trying to form a realistic list for myself and not overthink this, but I still worry about not including enough "safety schools" and alternatively not taking enough risks applying to more highly competitive programs. This is probably everyone's dilemma though...