Elastigirl

Awesome! I will see you there : ) Haha-- I hear ya, I think I'm finally over that 'on edge' feeling thats been so familiar the past few months... PS- Make sure you join the Rutgers MFA FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/418976024795074/

You too! Enjoy MICA : )

I've decided on Rutgers- super excited & ready to be closer to NYC : )

Hi! I did the post-bac at MICA a few years ago (was also choosing between Brandeis and MICA)- and I don't regret my decision one bit. I had visited both schools and just felt like MICA had more to offer in terms of resources, studio space, faculty, etc. than Brandeis. Bill Schmidt (who heads the program) and Linda Bills (the artist in residence) were amazing mentors, - I'm still in touch with both of them. There are also opportunities to work with lots of different faculty, depending on your interests. My work changed dramatically over the course of the year (I went in an oil painter and came out a sculptor...), and it was a truly wonderful experience. Anyway I could go on and on and on - but feel free to PM me if you want more info/ have any more specific questions : )

I'm also on the waitlist for Mt. Royal and Rinehart... I called and spoke with Scott Kelly and he said there isn't really a numbered list. He explained that because they are looking to build a community, if someone accepted declines, they have to take a look at everyone on the waitlist and see who would fit best in that spot. Also, I did a post-bacc at MICA a few years ago and can't say enough good things about the faculty and resources there!! The student body is equally as impressive, and the combination makes for a really great tight-knit artistic community.

Thank you!! Just requested to join the FB group -- great idea : )

Thank you! Also, just wanted to share (for those who don't know), even if you don't receive a fellowship there are still many opportunities for PTL (Part Time Lecturer) teaching positions. My friend is a second year now @ Rutgers, and he said that while he was disappointed with not getting a fellowship for financial reasons, the PTL positions allowed him more time to focus on his work while still being able to teach & list that he was Part Time Faculty at Rutgers on his CV. And to echo a post above, I've also heard that the jury isn't out on all of the fellowships. In speaking with Anine and Stephen, it seems like they are waiting to hear from everyone and then they'll be able to give everyone solidified financial info.

Hi! First post, but have followed this forum for awhile... I've finally settled on Mason Gross (Sculpture focus)-- hoping to meet some of my classmates!