<p>It seems that I am one of a minority who think a program that holds to high standards and releases students who don’t quite make the cut is actually a very good thing. For one, if one student in a small program has poor attendance or a bad attitude it could negatively affect the entire company. In that case, it is best for everyone that the actor is excused from the program. Also, if you are spending upwards of $100K for a degree, you want that degree to be worth something. If a program is graduating students who are not up to par with their talent or work ethic, their reputation affects the reputation of every other graduate. I, for one, hope my child gets into a program that has exceptionally high standards and holds everyone to that standard.</p>