hey guys,
brand new here, randomly stumbled upon this website through a google search. i have a couple questions for some of you more experienced users...
i graduate in december (saic) then plan on applying to grad schools (probably west coast schools) im really curious about your opinions on going to a top ranked non state school vs a state school or university. in the end of it all, is paying full tuition at the big name worth it vs. getting a free ride at a state school, say, any of the UC schools. i know in the end it is all personal decision, just curious as to what some of you guys have seen/know. did you plan on teaching after getting your mfa or why did you pursue your mfa? id like to teach after, of course have my own studio practice simultaneously...
i hear grad school location is where you end up staying for a while and establishing yourself, is this true for most?
are there any schools that accept mfa painting grads in the spring, or are most programs starting in the fall? ive seen very few is why i ask.
thanks!