<p>does anyone here have any idea about the Los Angeles Film School Associates of SCIENCE IN RECORDING ARTS DEGREE PROGRAM?? as in how it is? i tried finding reviews and post on this school but cudnt find it. Also, could anyone suggest a school for film sound. I wanna get into film sound.</p>
<p>What is your career goal? How much can you afford?
According to the LA Film School’s website, they offer Associate of Science degree programs. If you only want an Associate degree, then look into that. Sounds like an expensive program for only an Associate degree. They give out mostly loans which you’ll have to pay back. If cost is an issue, you might want to look into community colleges or state colleges. If cost is not a major issue, it’d be wise to invest in a BFA or BA degree program. Look for schools with good merit-aid and grants. A well-rounded liberal arts education with a BA or BFA degree in any areas of film will give you a better chance in the job market, you’ll be more employable, especially in an economic recession. As for film sound, most film schools also include visual and film sound effects in their film programs. There are many great film schools out there, if you want one with the state-of-the-art facilities, the top two in CA for a 4-year program would be Chapman and USC. However, in recent years, Chapman may have an edge over USC in terms of best facilities. The best way to find out which one fits you better, would be to go visit the schools.</p>
<p>I want to work as a Re-recording mixer/sound designer. I did chk out USC & UCLA but they’re too expensive. As far as the financial aid that the school gives is concerned, i wont be applicable for it as i am an international student and i dont think the FAid is applicable for international students. I had also considered Full Sail’s Associates program. There’s a difference of 2k or 3k between the associates program of LA Film School and Full Sail. but m considering LAFS more becos of its location. i wanna study and work in California, close to or in LA. I just needed to know how LAFS’s Associate of Science degree program is.</p>
<p>Consider Los Angeles City College. They have a music technology program, [Music[/url</a>]. It only leads to a certificate not an AA degree. Here is a list of colleges in the US that have music production programs:[url=<a href=“http://education-portal.com/colleges_for_music_production.html]Colleges”>Colleges for Music Production in the U.S.]Colleges</a> for Music Production in the U.S.](<a href=“http://catalog.lacitycollege.edu/pages/music.htm]Music[/url”>http://catalog.lacitycollege.edu/pages/music.htm)</p>
<p>Based on some of the forums I’ve read about LA Film School is that they are over crowded and that they are a for-profit institution. That means it is easier to get in, but you pay a lot more money and receive less educational time. I don’t see why anyone wants to pay more money to receive less educational time. A state college or university would be a better value. I’d say there are better options if you truly want to enjoy and have the full experience of a quality education.</p>
<p>Have you looked into Chapman University in Orange, California? They’re located less than an hour from LA. They have a need-blind merit-aid program for anyone who qualifies, including international students. Chapman University, Dodge College of Film and Media Arts Marion Knott Studios is a top notch film school, and has the best state-of-the-art facilities. It’s a 4-year non-profit private university with small class sizes, which will give you more time on the equipment, more quality time with your professors in addition to a well-rounded liberal arts education. I highly recommend Chapman for the value, quality of education, facilities, location, size, experienced faculties in the industry, connections, internships and job opportunities. When we, (my kid and I) looked into a film school, we’ve only found one that fits our criteria, and that is Chapman. Here’s their link where you can take a virtual tour of their facilities if you’re unable to visit in person.
[Marion</a> Knott Studios | Flickr - Photo Sharing!](<a href=“http://www.■■■■■■■■■■/photos/dodgecollege/5346796933/in/set-72157625802564116/]Marion”>http://www.■■■■■■■■■■/photos/dodgecollege/5346796933/in/set-72157625802564116/)</p>
<p>Best of luck in your search!</p>
<p>Looking at your other posts, LA Film School is very different from USC Graduate level film? Some more specific info on your current education level, test scores, financial ability to pay would give more focused advice on Recording Arts. Ask in the Visual Arts and Film Forum, you’ll get more useful advice.</p>
<p>Looks like there are some posts going already in the Visual Arts and Film Forum. The problem with USC is cost. They give out very little merit-aid and very few are given compared to Chapman. The problem with UCLA is you can’t get into the film program until junior year. Chapman by far has better value, you can earn a BFA or MFA degree there.</p>
<p>Just went through Chapman’s programs. looks promising. 
… i had one more question about the requirements to apply there.
Does it require 16 years of Education to be eligible to apply??</p>
<p>Here are their links where you can obtain the information on their admission requirements and FAQ. If you can’t find the answer there, then contact their director of admission via email or by phone. Best of luck!
[Chapman</a> University - Admission - Prospective International Students Admissions - FAQ](<a href=“Page Not Found | Chapman University”>Page Not Found | Chapman University)
[Chapman</a> University - Admission - Undergraduates - Find Your Counselor](<a href=“Page Not Found | Chapman University”>Page Not Found | Chapman University)</p>
<p>OCELITE,
USC has a long established financial aid program. Over 60% of the enrolled students receive financial aid. Roughly 20% receive merit scholarships. SC has the only student founded, student funded and partially student run scholarship program for students with high need, Topping Scholars. </p>
<p>The university does not give financial aid to international students. There are a small number of merit scholarships for international enrollees.</p>
<p>I disagree with your statement that Chapman has “the best state-of-the-art” facilities.</p>
<p>Georgia Girl,
There’s a bit of a difference between Chapman’s financial aid program and USC’s.
Chapman students receiving aid: 85%; receiving institutional aid: 82%
Also, Chapman’s merit-aid is need-blind. Students don’t need to apply, they only need to qualify based on scores and GPA. It is clear that Chapman has better aids.</p>
<p>quote:
" I disagree with your statement that Chapman has “the best state-of-the-art” facilities."</p>
<p>When my family and I visited the schools, we did compared them. Chapman’s film school was by far newer and has newer equipments, etc. Not only that, I’ve heard that USC is trying to catch up to Chapman’s standard by updating their equipments to be on par with Chapman’s. In addition, Chapman has their own feature film production company, the only school in the nation. Also, Chapman is still growing, they will have their own residence hall to house their film students right next door to the film school; the filmmaker’s village.</p>
<p>USC’s huge cinematic complex is not old. It was recently completed except for a $25 million dollar addition to house the #1 ranked interactive entertainment program. The complex was built at a cost of around $100 million. </p>
<p>USC’s merit scholarships are for merit. They are need blind. Financial aid is for those who show determined need. The two are entirely different. USC’s merit scholarships are not awarded on grades and scores alone, but on a number of factors.</p>
<p>I used to live in Villa Park, not that far from Chapman. I am quite familiar with the area.</p>
<p>quote:
“USC’s merit scholarships are for merit. They are need blind. Financial aid is for those who show determined need. The two are entirely different. USC’s merit scholarships are not awarded on grades and scores alone, but on a number of factors.”</p>
<p>According to another CC parent from an older thread, this is what s/he said:
“Each year, we USC parents on CC see many wonderful students get those precious Trustee and Presidential invitations, but also many more with equal-sounding stats who do not. Just as with admittance to an Ivy-level university, there’s a bit of the puzzle we outside viewers will never know.”</p>
<p>That’s my point about USC’s merit scholarship, is that they only give out very few compared to Chapman’s. Chapman’s merit scholarships are given out to students who are admitted to the schools with the same or similar merit qualifications automatically regardless of financial need. While grades and scores are important factors for merit qualification, Chapman is selective during the admissions process. In order to be admitted to the school in the first place, the students already have demonstrated talent during the admissions application process, either through the department for their major, by submission of their portfolio, or video, or audition, and others through EC, such as sports, community service, internships, honor society, academic awards, etc. In addition to the merit scholarships, Chapman also award grants to those who are in need.</p>
<p>That said, this means USC’s merit scholarships are not really need-blind compared to Chapman’s. Need-blind means anyone with the same stats would get one automatically without an invitation for an interview to qualify regardless of financial need. </p>
<p>While USC is trying to catch up to Chapman’s standard for their film school, Chapman already has plans for other projects around the school, such as the Millennial Studios in planning in addition to the filmmaker’s village with its own dining facilities in design. Oh, there’s more, Chapman’s new Center for the Arts, Historic Core Classroom Building, Law Clinics are all in design, and Science Complex in planning. Recently, they’ve completed the Argyros Forum expansion phase 1, first floor student union, student programming space, and new food venues (Jamba Juice, Einstein Bagels, and World of Wings) are now open. The place is absolutely gorgeous! Currently, the Argyros Forum expansion phase 2 & 3, second floor is in process, and the Panther pool for the dorms under construction. Wow! Can’t pass this up!</p>
<p>OCELITE i don’t really think you want to try and compare construction projects with USC…</p>
<p>Really? I think USC maybe maxing out of land to build soon unless USC can buy up the neighborhood. When we took the tour of USC, we were told that some of the students are staying at the Radisson Hotel across the street because not enough dorms.</p>
<p>USC awarded $414 million dollars in financial aid to undergraduates in 2010-2011. This is not a small amount. Chapman only had 1185 freshmen. SC had 2921. Of that number at SC 679 received merit scholarships through the university. That is not counting scholarships from other local sources such as Rotary, Kiwanis, church, ethnic and others.</p>
<p>Here are the latest facts I could find from the websites and brochures:</p>
<p>Chapman Admit Rate 49%
SC Admit Rate 23% (2011)</p>
<p>Chapman Seniors Applied 9570
SC Seniors Applied 37, 210</p>
<p>Chapman Student Faculty Ratio 14/1
SC Student Faculty Ratio 9/1</p>
<p>Chapman Endowment $135 million
SC Endowment $2.9 billion</p>
<p>Chapman Average SAT score 1850
USC Middle SAT score enrolled 1970-2180</p>
<p>Chapman Operating Budget last shown $155 million</p>
<p>SC gave out in 2010 more thanl $414 million in financial aid. About half of that was university need based grants and merit scholarships. How could Chapman give out more funds than their entire operating budget?</p>
<p>Adi, I’m still confused, are you looking at grad school or undergraduate? I don’t understand the 16 years question.</p>
<p>Georgia/Ocelite let’s settle it with a football game.</p>
<p>USC
Financial Aid Statistics
Full-time freshman enrollment: 2,869
Number who applied for need-based aid: 1,828
Number who were judged to have need: 1,096
Number who were offered aid: 1,096
Number who had full need met: 1,023
Average percent of need met: 100%
Average financial aid package: $36,291
Average need-based loan: $4,428
Average need-based scholarship or grant award: $25,434
Average non-need based aid: $18,303
Average indebtedness at graduation: $30,090</p>
<p>Chapman
Financial Aid Statistics
Full-time freshman enrollment: 1,028
Number who applied for need-based aid: 783
Number who were judged to have need: 574
Number who were offered aid: 574
Number who had full need met: 574
Average percent of need met: 100%
Average financial aid package: $28,920
Average need-based loan: $3,330
Average need-based scholarship or grant award: $26,497
Average non-need based aid: $21,261
Average indebtedness at graduation: $23,917</p>
<p>Source: College Board</p>
<p>Averages can be misleading, merit aids can be very skewed. Besides, Adi is international, until we see stats can assume a full pay. Adi is looking for lower cost alternatives in LA, I thought City College was great advice, any other thoughts on low cost alternatives in LA to get that start in film.</p>
<p>Thank you jtmoney for providing the stats.</p>
<p>Adi, As I had said before, if money is an issue, try community or state colleges as others have also agreed.</p>
<p>Georgia Girl,
Not sure how updated you are with the figures in terms of Chapman Endowment of $135 million. The market goes up and down as all of us can imagine. According to the Panther News and the Chronicle of Higher Education reported that Chapman’s 2010 fiscal year had made a positive return on its investments. The endowment fund grew to about $150 million. I guess that would be an estimate. I doubt any university out there would have the exact figure of their endowment based on a day to day, month to month fluctuation of the market. Any figure is an estimate.
“Even with returns on investments increasing, Chapman’s policy is to only spend 4.5 percent of the endowment’s market value. In 2010, Chapman spent $5.4 million of its endowment.”</p>
<p>Keep in mind that when paying for an education, it’s not the size of the school that matter, it’s the end results that matter. Bottom line, in an economic recession, people prefer to keep more money in their pockets. You never know what the future may hold.</p>
<p>The $135 million figure was posted in the Quick Facts section on the Chapman website. I agree with the uncertain equity markets recently endowments can rise or fall in value.</p>