I need help guys. I was accepted to both FIT and Parsons for photography and can’t decide. Recently I’ve liked the idea of going to FIT because it’s SUNY #1 and #2 from what I’ve read it has a better rep than Parsons. Is this true?? I need thoughts! Please help!!!
Absolutely tongue in cheek:
Two of my seniors were waitlisted at FIT (A third got in.) So if you want to open up a spot on the waitlist that might go to them, they would be oh, so happy.
Obviously kidding. It’s a wonderful choice to have to make. Do some research, talk to your guidance counselor, maybe even get in to Manhattan to see both. Make the choice that’s right for you.
@bjkmom Thank you so much for the great advice!!
We visited/toured both schools and got a totally different vibe. The impression we got at Parsons was along the vein of “We are Very Serious Artists and We Take Our Art Very Seriously” (my kid used somewhat more colorful language but you get the idea). FIT just felt like it spoke to her more in terms of her approach to school and life I guess. You do have two very different options. You could email the head of the photography dept (or just some photography professors) at each school, tell them you are an admitted student trying to decide, and ask them how their program differs from the other school’s. One approach may click more than the other for you. But definitely go spend some time on both campuses if you haven’t already. Some of Parsons buildings are pretty stunning.
@mdnhmass thank you so much!!! I’m going to visit both schools today!