<p>What are you doing now to further your career plans? Are you taking AP Art? Would your intended college require a portfolio and/or a demo reel?</p>
<p>You should look into other schools besides SVA. Perhaps there are good schools out there that would be more likely to give you scholarships. I think any visual art major (like musical theater) is “iffy” enough in employment prospects that taking out loans to finance your education is not a good idea. Your dad probably knows this already.</p>
<p>MY advice is for you to research colleges, learn about the FAFSA, and present your father not with your “dream” to attend one expensive school, but a PLAN to apply to many and select the best, most affordable option. He has to let go of you some time, but it will be easier if he has confidence in you and the viability of your plan.</p>