<p>Thanks so much. That’s almost exactly what the rejection letter said :)</p>
<p>He doesn’t know yet. I didn’t want to ruin his night at work, so he won’t find out til about 10 tonight. I guess the gameplan here is to to stay local for a year and try to transfer in next year. He has had his heart set on this school for two years, so I know he’s going to have a tough time accepting this. By the way, we’re in NC, where are you?</p>
<p>Whiteville… My Daughters Bday is Thursday and I am hoping that it comes AFTER her Bday.</p>
<p>Hi, Neighbor! We’re Oak Island :)</p>
<p>Well, the rejection letter arrived today. If it’s a regular business sized envelope you’ll know before you open it.</p>
<p>He thinks it was the interview. He’s pretty introverted, and interviewing is certainly not his strength. We worked on it, but I guess not enough.</p>
<p>Ironically he’s received scholarships for his videography work that would have paid for the school he isn’t going to.</p>
<p>We haven’t pushed him for alternatives, yet. He may work for the film company here in Charlotte, and go to school locally, or take the safety route. He was accepted in the honors program at Western, but he’s not keen on that idea. Right now he thinks everything else is a step down. I think a school is what you make of it, but it’s hard to tell that to an 18 year old.</p>
<p>I’d love to see him try UNCSA again in a year, but at the moment he doesn’t seem interested.</p>
<p>It’s an intense program at UNCSA, I guess they know what they’re doing, but even as a parent I can’t help but think they missed. Ah, well.</p>
<p>Good luck to your potential students!</p>
<p>mstcc3 - I am so sorry. I feel as you do - I think they missed on this one, too. We really don’t know what the issue is…we really felt like he was in. He still doesn’t know…but should be home in about half an hour and we are truly dreading the conversation. My heart aches for him already. If your son was as excited as mine is (was), I know you understand. Best wishes to you.</p>
<p>Do you remember your son’s interview number? We interviewed the same date as you guys - we were number 14. Just wondering if we met.</p>
<p>I’m sure we saw you. I think he was number 19 (wife says 23). </p>
<p>I’m guessing of course, but since auditions play such a huge role in the other programs I think the interview was bigger than we imagined. Lesson learned I suppose – take nothing for granted. My son told me tonight he thought the “story” they had to write was part of a pitch. He thinks he was supposed to pitch his story to the interview panel. That’s where he thinks he missed. He doesn’t think the story he ultimately wrote worked very well, and therefore he had a hard time selling it as a film project.</p>
<p>I would encourage any future film candidates to knock the interview out of the park. Other things such as portfolio seem to carry much less weight, and they even seemed to dismiss the portfolio while we were there. I’m kind of sorry he spent time putting it together if it didn’t matter.</p>
<p>Not trying to whine too much, I just hope future parents (and students) learn from this.</p>
<p>I remember you guys! Particularly because of the younger brother! You sat across from us in the foyer where we were all in rounded circles. In the circle right beside of you sat the Asian family. Right?</p>
<p>Funny thing is, our son thinks he knocked the interview out of the ball park…and still didn’t get in.</p>
<p>mstcc3 so sorry to hear the news… We still have not recieved a letter yet. My Daughter also felt the interview went well. They did seem interested in her portfolio she said. She also felt that they liked her story but you never know what they are thinking. Maybe we will see you at Western… she got that acceptance over a month ago. </p>
<p>Maybe they can knock out some of the academics this year and try again next year. It would mean more time to devote to film classes.</p>
<p>Waitlisted!!! She is so upset… She was there when the mail came so I had no time to prepare. All we can do is pray she is on the top of the waitlist and some do not accept. I just find it interesting that all of us from NC did not get in…
Maybe its a $$ thing. Out of state pay way more and with all these budget cuts you have to wonder.<br>
My heart is breaking for my Daughter… she has worked so hard all her life. Her dad died when she was 9 and has maintained good grades and stayed out of trouble… I hope she keeps on trying hard and not give up.</p>
<p>oh wow, ARWMOM. I came here JUST to see if you guys heard yet. Please let her know I’m thinking of her, and hoping that this turns out like she wants it too. We’re still struggling with the news, here. The only thing worse would’ve been telling him, I don’t know, that his dog died or something. My heart is breaking for him. Please know I have my fingers crossed for you guys!</p>
<p>Thanks cbcmom… it is appreciated</p>
<p>arwmom: I hope it turns out well for your daughter. Though it’s not entirely what she wanted, it’s still a positive. Hopefully they’ll have room for her. Good luck!</p>
<p>Thanks mstcc3… Hope your son is moving forward and preparing to hit life full steam ahead! Good Luck!</p>
<p>I understand the frustration, but it’s unfair and unproductive to spin conspiracy theories about “out of state” people getting preferred treatment because they pay more tuition. I got it, and from what I can see on this forum the big difference is that I don’t have my parents hounding my every move, micro-managing my admissions (checking for my mail!), etc. I think what the interviewers were looking for was confidence and an ability to work and think independently…it sounds like all of you may be stifling that possibility for you own kids, even if your intentions are good.</p>
<p>If they want to make films, they’ll do it wherever they wind up…just support your kids without getting so much into their business.</p>
<p>Got accepted, but still waiting on USC and UCLA. If they say no, then it’s between UNCSA and SVA in New York. Hard to decide.</p>