<p>I have a question for a student who goes to NYU Tish for Drama. I did the campus tour this winter break, and a lot of people who were there were interested in Tisch and in the question of double majoring. According to the NYU Admissions person who led the information session, it is definetely possible to double-major with a degree from Tisch and a degree from the College of Arts and Sciences due to the 2 days of liberal arts classes. However, some people have said the opposite about that. So I was wondering if any NYU Tisch student could clarify this for me. Thanks. I also have about 8 AP Classes from High School and 2 arts classes from a local community college. Will those help? </p>
<p>I am not a student at Tisch, but a young performer that worked for me this summer was a double major at CAP21 and in Psychology (I think)... I believe that even with this was able to graduate a semester early.</p>
<p>I am not a Tisch student but am a Tisch parent. Yes, it is possible to double major if in Tisch, though not easy. It is definitely doable, however, and many people do it. I know kids who have done it. I know someone who also did pre-med while in CAP21. Another option is to have a minor in addition to Tisch Drama. It likely will be even easier for you to figure in the double major if you get some AP credits. AlwaysAMom's daughter, who is a Tisch Drama graduate, had a double major, I believe. While I would not always believe certain "hype" on a college tour or information session, I certainly would take their word for it on factual things such as if they told you that you can double major. It IS true. When you say "some people" have said the opposite....who ya gonna believe.....the college directly or "some people"?</p>
<p>I am a Tisch student and what these people are saying is right. As a Theatre major you can double major, or minor in a subject through CAS. Check the CAS department's website for requirements of how many credits you need to complete for it. These credits can come out of your gen ed requirements. For a lot of minors they only require that you take four classes in the subject, so you could minor in a subject whilst also fulfilling your humanities/sciences requirement. For a double major you may end up having to take more credits than the standard requirements, so it would be pretty much impossible to graduate early. The procedure for it is, you need to take one class in the subject and then you can pick up a form and declare your double major/minor. Your advisor will speak to you about this if it's something you wana do. It's very common to double major or minor in a subject through CAS but it's extremely difficult to do it through any of the other schools, including in another Tisch subject. For example you could without question double major in French, but you probably can't double major in Film.</p>
<p>How about as a MT major at CAP21? I know that in some schools, musical theater majors are considered double majors. Is that the case with Tisch?</p>
<p>There is no difference in a MT major and an Acting major at Tisch in this regard. Actually, for the record, all get a BFA in Drama. The hours involved for a MT major are just like for an acting major at Tisch. MT is not a double major. The credit hours for studio are the same for a BFA at CAP21 or any of the other Acting studios, and same with the liberal arts requirements. (it is not like CMU for instance) </p>
<p>Yes, a person in CAP21 could double major in CAS (arts/sciences). Some do. I know someone who fulfilled the pre-med requirements while in CAP21. It is not that easy to fit in the requirements for another major. I'm sure AP credits help. I think it is more doable to have a minor but again, some do have a double major. My own kid doesn't have a double major or a minor. However, she does enjoy the liberal arts component. She also did not come in with AP credits. A fairly common thing at Tisch, particularly if one has some AP credits, is to graduate in 3 1/2 years. My D would never want to (not that she could) as she doesn't want to give up any time at Tisch. :)</p>
<p>do you know anything about dramatic writing at Tisch?</p>
<p>I just want to know my chances.</p>
<p>I have really good recs from local theatres and teachers, and really good english testing scores, but lower in the math areas. My GPA is pretty average and I go to a really good prestigious prep school. I'm also student body president. Will these things help?</p>
<p>My main selling point for Tisch is that one of my full length plays is going to be produced at a professional theatre in Seattle Washington. Is that the kind of person they are looking for?</p>
<p>I sent in a few short stories, monologues, and excerpts from long plays I had written. (I was trying to stay within the 5-25 suggested length on the website)</p>
<p>jean009, are you talking about double majors still? you don't need to apply for a double major/minor, just speak to your advisor.
if you're talking about admissions, i don't know about dramatic writing, try the general nyu board or a facebook group for the dept. you look like a well qualified applicant but, like all the tisch schools, it's probably going to be based on who you are as a unique individual rather than something we could quantify. good luck!</p>
<p>how is the social life if you don't drink/party ever?
is there a difference between people at different studios? i want to be in atlantic theatre studio</p>
<p>steinygrrl - I am not a student, but have a D who is in CAP at Tisch, and I would not say that there are no party opportunities. There are in fact tons of social opportunities, lots of parties, and what not. My D feels that at this point she "has seen it all" :), and she is more picky (she also has 8 AM classes this semester). You will find that there are those that are extremely social, those who just want to focus on their studies, and plenty of people who fit right in between. There is something for everybody.</p>
<p>I will say this however, Atlantic is known for being extremely strict, being on time, means being their 15 minutes before class starts, so partying mid-week may not really be the way to go, but then again, what do I know :D. Again, here too you will find all different kinds of people.</p>
<p>Be aware that at NYU students tend be quite busy with two days of academic classes, having to fit in homework, while they have three full days of studio. My D leaves Mon. morning at 7:45 am and does not get back until 7:00 PM. On Tue, Thu & Fri's she is in studio from 8:45 - 6 PM, and on Wed. she is out of her room at 7:45 AM as well. Is she still active socially? Yes, somehow she manages, although she now tends to work out during the week, and saves going out for the weekend :).</p>
<p>MTgrlsmom: i was just accepted early decision into CAP and i was wondering how your daughter likes it. i am very excited, also nervous, but would just love some insight, thanks so much!</p>
<p>ecollege202 - saying that my D loves the program would be an understatement. She just simply enjoys every aspect of CAP, the classes, the faculty, the curriculum. She is learning a ton, and is very excited to be in a place where there is room to meet lots of people, who are of the same mind set. She also loves being in New York City, and even though she was excited to come home over winter break and touch base with her friends here, she was quite anxious to get back :D. In short, you are in for a fantastic experience! Congratulations on your ED acceptance, and if you have any specific questions, feel free to email or PM me.</p>
<p>ecollege, my D is a senior and she also has LOVED it immensely. I can't say enough about every opportunity at Tisch and I know my D will be sad when it is over. You are in for a treat. Lots of adventure and learning await you.</p>