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<p>Haha loves itttt boo...you've found me yay...are you Gorgeous? Umm, I'm not really sure, but as I texted you today, they should be going out within a week. I got mine last year a week after March 31 (the day I got my letter). It's going to be in a cute little envelope from Tisch. But I knew before I got my little envelope even, because I actually called the Drama department around April 10th ish. The suspense was killing me. </p>

<p>And karlawang, I still don't know the full answer to your question, but I'll get back to you soon.</p>

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<p>Hey, I'm not really sure if this has been asked yet, but I was wondering: I'm not in Tisch, but I am really passionate about theater and performing. I know a bit about CAS's dramatic literature major, but not too much other than that. Is it possible to still do shows and do some sort of theater major if you are not in Tisch? I don't know if you'll be able to answer that, but any help would be appreciated :)</p>

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<p>Yes, there's a lot of theatre opportunities for non-theatre majors. You can take classes in the Tisch Open Arts curriculum, and there's always productions for just everyone in general going on around campus. There's definitely ways to become involved in NYU's non-Tisch theatre scene...you just have to do the research. You might also be interested in the fact that Steinhardt is really great for the arts too, theatre, music, everything...you should look into shows that they're doing too. Good luck, and hope that helps a little!</p>

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<p>Thanks! That does help :)</p>

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<p>Is it possible to transfew from GSP to Tisch?</p>

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<p>Hey Mr. Tischie sir!</p>

<p>I was originally going to apply to CAS, just to make my parents apply plus the fact that I didn't think I could get into Tisch since I have no experience of any kind. But after visiting NYu yesterday (holy crap I'm in love with it more than I was before, if that's even possible haha), I've decided to take that risk and apply to Tisch for Film & Television.</p>

<p>I was wondering if you knew the acceptance rate for that program or how many students are there in each incoming freshman Film & television class? I know Tisch itself has a 27% acceptance rate or something like that right? </p>

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<p>To Eringo:
Yes it is possible to transfer to Tisch from GSP, just as it's possible to transfer from Tisch to any other school. But remember, there's no guarantees; you must audition for Tisch as a transfer student, and you're only guaranteed admission to the school you originally applied to from GSP.</p>

<p>To bimachris:
Helurr!
Well, I'm not sure exactly what to tell you about your film audition requirements. The vast majority of film students do have some form of past film experience, considering it's quite a technical art form, in addition to gaining experience and having an eye for what to film. But you should definitely do the requirements that you're most comfortable with; if you feel more comfortable writing a dramatic scene, do that. For the dramatic essay, it reads as if they require one essay that can be both comedic and dramatic, but don't submit two essays. NYU kind of hates more than the necessary requirements (including recommendations, etc.) because they have so many applicants.</p>

<p>Maybe this isn't my place...if film is something you feel passionate about and you think you can give a competitive audition/portfolio, do that. But if you feel that your portfolio isn't the best/won't quite make the standards of the other auditions, and you REALLY like NYU as much as you say, you might want to just apply to CAS and try to transfer into Tisch. That way, you could possibly get more experience with film enough to audition. You should keep in mind that you can only apply to ONE school at NYU. If you don't get into Tisch, that's it, you can't apply to NYU at all until another year has gone by. Maybe you can still take the chance and then if you get in, great, but if you don't, there's always next year as a transfer student.</p>

<p>Tisch had a 23% acceptance rate for the Class of 2011. That year (last year, my year), the university had an overall acceptance rate of around 29-33%. This year, the acceptance rate (based on CC boards I've seen) is 24%, and I can only assume that there's a less percentage rate this year for Tisch (although it still might be 23%). And I've heard that Tisch Film and Television is second only to USC's program (although things like that are subjective). </p>

<p>Hopefully I've given you some more things to think about this coming year...if you're applying to NYU next year, maybe you should go to a film program or residency this summer and film all you can...that way, you can have a portfolio/some experience. Creative work for film can also include creative writing and stuff like that, if I'm not mistaken. I wish you all the best, and don't hesitate to ask any questions.</p>

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<p>Ah cool, thanks for the (really) quick response man!</p>

<p>I was thinking about doing the whole CAS first and internal transfer to Tisch but it just seems so unlikely. I dunno, hopefully the summer can clear my mind up a bit. </p>

<p>And yeah, my tour guide was going on about how NYU doesn't like people submitting extras. I meant doing comedic for creative writing and dramatic for dramatic essay, or vice versa, lol.</p>

<p>I want to do ED for NYU so hopefully that'll up my chances a bit. Is it uncommon to see kids at Tisch with mediocre talent but excellent grades? Heh. Not that I'm mediocre or anything. :D</p>

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<p>Wells, to be honest, I think a person with an amazing audition with about average test scores and GPA would have a higher chance of acceptance than a person with great test scores/GPA but an un-Tisch fit audition. Remember, it is a school for the arts. But, because the arts, especially ones like acting and film, are so subjective, you can never have a "bad" audition if you give everything you have into it. Only those that KNOW they're not cut out for it, have second thoughts, or don't really care--those are the ones that give sucky auditions. You may give an amazing audition and just not be right for Tisch. So if you're going to audition, you'd better give it your all...if not, you're better off just applying to CAS. I really hope that doesn't sound foreboding lol. But ED for Tisch will help your chances though, as another glimmer of hope :-).</p>

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<p>I'll shall take that glimmer of hope dammnit! Lol, yeah I'm going to do all I can to build up as much experience in this summer and give it my all on the porfolio. :D</p>

<p>Thanks for the insight man! See you at Tisch in two years, if all goes according to plan, lol.</p>

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<p>Thanks Nocca-but also, are there ways to get involved with theatre in GSP so that I could have better chances of auditioning well?</p>

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<p>I've seen posters around campus advertising shows of the GSP Theatre...in the fall, I think they did Cloud 9. So just search GSP theatre or call GSP asking about their productions to find out about audition times. But besides GSP Theatre, there are tons of other performance opportunities as well. I don't know if I told you already, but the Open Arts Curriculum of Tisch is also available.</p>

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<p>NOCCA Junior, thank you so much for your reply.</p>

<p>but i actually don't know better than you, i mean what's the difference between "historical/analytical" and "artistic" perpective, specifically?</p>

<p>I know that northwestern's film major is among the best 12, from hollywood's ranking, and i also know that a student from tisch said that the film programs in northwestern is underrated, so... but yeah, the theater major is amazing, only if I'm just so into film things</p>

<p>so i'm still undecided right now~~~</p>

<p>again, thank you!</p>

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<p>That's what a Cinema Studies major told me...I kind of have no idea what he meant, I wasn't really paying attention because at the time he was annoying me, haha.</p>

<p>Northwestern's School of Communication seems to be awesome in the arts...I know their theatre program is one of the best in the country (even against BFA conservatory programs), and it wouldn't surprise me if the same was true about the film program. Even though I would have been going for theatre, if not NYU, then I would have been at Northwestern, even though I got into other BFA programs. I heard that Northwestern has a "Purple Mafia" in Hollywood for the purposes of connections and stuff like that. </p>

<p>Anyway, I know it's a hard decision...I faced the same thing last year. Good luck! Don't hesitate to ask me anything.</p>

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<p>NOCCA Junior, which NYU school is the easiest to get into? Is it really CAS? I've heard that, but I'm not sure.</p>

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<p>Also, if you could chance me, that would be great :)</p>

<p>GPA: 3.60
SAT: 2110
hopefully 4's and 5's on all AP exams </p>

<p>ECs--vp of national honor society, member of music honor society and spanish honor society. first place vocab bee winner twice and went to nationals once, published scientific paper, won essay contest, dancer for 10 years, 300+ community service, ecology club, debate team, played violin for two years, singer for 4 years, won first place in singing once, NIH internship.
everything else is quite trivial, lol.</p>

<p>I'm applying to CAS :)</p>

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<p>NOCCA junior, my D was accepted (her mom says proudly) into the CAP21 program at Tisch. We attended the Saturday in the Square event on Saturday and she loved the school, the people, the area, etc. etc. (as the King of Siam so famously said). One thing we did not do, however, was tour the dorms that were open. If she ends up sending in her "Yes, I am coming" card and housing forms, what dorms are closest to the CAP studio and which do you think are best? My D has her own bedroom at our house, but has never had a private bathroom and is very, very used to sharing space with other people. :)</p>

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<p>To Hpfanatic:
Each school at NYU, of course, is very hard to get into. However, I do believe that each school emphasizes different aspects of the application. For instance, I really do think academically CAS and Stern are the hardest (Stern a bit harder than CAS academically, CAS I think looks more at the "whole person" like essays and such as the liberal arts school, though Stern obviously does that as well), artistically Tisch and the performing/visual arts programs in Steinhardt. For Gallatin and the academic programs in Steinhardt, I don't think grades are as important as the essay and how well you display your interest in your intended major, although really high grades and test scores are also considered highly important in the admissions process for these two schools. Once again, all this may be completely wrong, but it's just based on what I've read, the people I've talked to (mainly students), and my own observations. Apply to a school based on your own particular strengths and where your major of interest will be, not necessarily what will be the easiest way into NYU. Your GPA and SAT scores are about CAS range, and good AP test scores will definitely help...but I know people who have had similar grades and test scores that were GSPed, so there's always that possibility (unless the rumors are true that you can apply directly to GSP next year). But I know a lot of CAS people that have your test scores and GPA on the other hand, so it's all up to the admissions committee. Don't stress out too much though...from your GPA and test scores, as well as extracurriculars, you seem to be doing exactly what you should to get into NYU.</p>

<p>To NotMamaRose:
The two freshman dorms closest to CAP 21 studio (on 18th between 5th and 6th) are Third North and U-Hall, both in the Union Square area, with University Hall being a bit closer. They are both apartment style dorms and are both nice. U-Hall looks sterile and hospital-like, but a creative person can do wonders with the rooms. Third North is the largest freshman dorm in the United States, so there's an abundance of different types of people available to mingle with. I've heard that Third North is a little more social than U-Hall, but this is also in the eyes of the beholder. She'd definitely be sharing a bedroom with someone (if she picks Third North she MIGHT get a single, if she's really really lucky) but she'd be sharing a bathroom in both dorms with no more than 3 people...in Third North there are also quints but I believe the five people share two bathrooms. Hope that helps! If you have any need for clarification/more questions, be sure to ask.</p>

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<p>Thanks for the response!</p>

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<p>No probs :-).</p>