<p>I can’t really compare NYSSSA to BUTI other than to speculate. I would guess BUTI is more well known and possibly prestigious. Perhaps has a higher performance level since it draws applicants/auditioners from around the country, not just the state. Like you and NYSSSA, we found out about it too late last year to have D apply, and for this summer, she really wanted to return to NYSSSA, so I didn’t push her to try something else- I figured that over the audition season she had enough stress in her life!</p>