<p>Its confirmed. They are offering a BFA in MT staring in 08. When I get back. (Have a dance class). I'll scan the letter i got in the mail.</p>
<p>Hm, would love to hear more about this, the AMDA website still says: </p>
<p>"AMDA, in conjunction with the New School University offers a B.F.A. Program to Integrated Program graduates and a B.A. Program to Studio Program graduates.
These programs are offered to accommodate those AMDA students who desire a college degree. The continued program of study at the New School is specially designed to offer a broad choice of courses to enhance the performing artist's education.</p>
<p>After the competition of the two-year AMDA program, the degree candidate may meet with a New School educational advisor to develop an individual study program, Studies may be pursued at a pace conducive to the performer's professional life. Full and part-time programs can be arranged."</p>
<p>I wonder why they would not update their website?</p>
<p>AMDA is REALLY bad about updating their website.</p>
<p>Has anyone else gotten a personal phone call from an AMDA rep? Today, I fielded the second such call from an AMDA person who wanted to talk to my daughter. (The call came to my workplace for some reason.) I am a little confused about how they even got her name -- NFAA entry, maybe?</p>
<p>We have received those calls too, they are quite persistent :). I do believe it was through NFAA, although in the end my D actually did not submit anything, but she did register (read - paid the entry fees).</p>
<p>We also have received calls. The last message on our machine mentioned that they were calling in response to our request for information which is weird as we have not requested any information or responded to any of the previous phone calls or mailings.</p>
<p>Hmmmm, I figured as much. :) It is never surprising to receive piles and piles of written materials, but to get a call from a place from which one has not even request stuff is unusual. I think on one hand, it's good that they are assertive in their marketing. On the other, however, well, getting unsolicited calls at my workplace doesn't work toward making a positive impression, if you know what I mean. :)</p>
<p>It is important to realize that AMDA is a profit seeking corporation that aggressively markets their services. AMDA offers no degree. It is true that the New School has an agreement with AMDA - the New School got certified to offer a BFA. AMDA offers no degree.</p>
<p>yeah, i would find it highly UNlikely that they would get a degree.</p>
<p>But you can still get a BFA right from New School right? Then thats all that matters to me! New School hasnt offered a BFA before have they?</p>
<p>Yes -- I believe that the New School will accept the AMDA performance credits in transfer and one can ultimately earn a BFA (if you complete the Integrated Studies track at AMDA) or a BA (if you complete the Studio track at AMDA) degree from the New School. However, from what I see the classes one would be taking at the New School would be academics for the most part (meaning english, science, math, history, possibly theatre support courses). So it appears that one would spend two years focusing on performance training at AMDA, then spend two years (or more if one chooses to go part time while pursuing a professional performing career) taking academic coursework at the New School.</p>
<p>From the AMDA website:</p>
<p>"The continued program of study at the New School is specially designed to offer a broad choice of courses to enhance the performing artist's education.</p>
<p>After the competition of the two-year AMDA program, the degree candidate may meet with a New School educational advisor to develop an individual study program, Studies may be pursued at a pace conducive to the performer's professional life. Full and part-time programs can be arranged."</p>
<p>I tried to find information about this partnership on the New School Website, but was not able to. I would suggest that one contact both AMDA and the New School to find out specific information on this.</p>
<p>I do know that the New School is very open to professional performers (and others) who may not have completed their undergraduate studies completing their degree through the New School. Here is a link to that information on the New School Website:</p>
<p>The</a> New School | Graduate and Undergraduate General Studies Program </p>
<p>However, I am unclear whether this is what AMDA certificate holders are participating in, or if there is a formal partnership between AMDA and the New School. </p>
<p>I have no connection with AMDA or the New School -- this is just what I was able to discern from looking at the respective websites.</p>
<p>There is a formal agreement between both schools. On the New School's website, in the FAQs section, they talk about the agreement.</p>
<p>"What affiliation does The New School have with AMDA?</p>
<p>Graduates of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) are eligible to apply for admission to the New School Bachelor’s Program. Integrated graduates are eligible for our Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theater degree, of which 60 transfer credits are awarded for the AMDA course work. Studio graduates are eligible for our Bachelor of Arts (or Science) degree program, of which 30 transfer credits are awarded for the AMDA course work. Please contact the Admissions Office for more details."</p>
<p>This arrangement between AMDA and The New School is not new this year. I know that it has been discussed here on CC for at least 2-3 years. Those of you who may be interested in it should contact The New School and inquire as to how many AMDA students have actually done it. I attempted to get this information from AMDA for a student I was assisting and was unable to confirm that ANY had successfully done so. AMDA students are "eligible to apply", the question is, how many have done so successfully. This is an answer they should be able to provide to prospective students.</p>
<p>ActreessToBe -- Thanks you -- I looked all over the website (except there... apparently) and couldn't find that.</p>
<p>.. i did hear a rumor at the auditions in Nov. that AMDA was getting a BFA. But, i'd take it with a grain of salt</p>
<p>I just graduated from AMDA's 2-yr program and it IS true that AMDA now has a BFA. And I heard this directly from the school so I know it's true. I just found out that grads of the two-year program can enroll and so can new students coming right from HS or whatever. I loved AMDA---went to the NY campus---and am going back this fall for my BFA. What's really cool is that they say all of the courses in AMDA's BFA are designed for actors/performers which might make those math/gen ed courses actually interesing and useful! I was thinking about going somewhere else but am SO psyched that I can stay at AMDA and actually get my degree now!!!</p>
<p>That's so awesome! I am auditioning for AMDA in March and am definitely going for the BFA program. I have a friend at that school now in the acting (aka "Studio") program and he says it's awesome. [Says it's really hard and he's tired all the time, but he loves it!] He's going to stick there after finishing the 2-year thing and get his BFA too. I am nervous about my audition but I'm sure I'll be ready by March. I have heard so many good things about AMDA from people there now and from people who graduated---I just hope I get in. My friend who goes there said a huge number of grads are working in the business. I looked it up and also saw their alumni report-thingy and it is impressive. SO excited! Good luck to all those who are auditioning (wherever) this spring!</p>
<p>According to the website you have to complete the last 2 years in LA. so you either go out there after NY or do all 4 years in LA.</p>
<p>My only issue with AMDA (which seems to be a pretty popular opinion) is the lack of information. I was told at my audition during the orientation portion of it that their were two options for recieving your BFA. </p>
<p>The first was a) Go to LA your last two years or starting in LA. or B) Go to New School U. </p>
<p>Now, on the website the only mention being made is being made about the LA campus? Gahh. I'm going to be going there in the Fall '08' but I am getting really annoyed with the lack of info. Does anyone have an opinion on which would be a better option for recieving my BFA? I really though New School would be the best option because of the flexibility. </p>
<p>I'm ready to listen to opinions :)</p>