USC SCA Summer Program for Minors?

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Southern California
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<p>I'm a junior in high school and I've been actively pursuing my studies in film for almost 4 years now. My brother is a screenwriting major at University of Michigan. I have a 3.5 GPA and I'm an Independent Study- Digital Photography student as well as an AP Studio Art student- I would've taken part in a video class if it was offered in school. I have made 3 short films, written 5 scripts, and I have a long list of other creative endeavors (mostly related to digital photography because that is what's been most accessible at this point). I'm the president of our schools Photography club and the creative director for our GSA (Gay Straight Alliance- not that it matters, I suppose, just the officer title). I spent 9 weeks this summer at Cranbrook Academy of Art studying digital photography, <em>videography</em>, and alternative photography. I'm definitely hoping to go to film school (please, spare yourself the time in telling me film school is a waste of time) and I'd like to dip my toes in the industry- as well as my dream school- by attending this program. There's absolutely nothing that I'd rather do with my life and I'm willing to do anything to get there. </p>

<p>I realize that this program is prestigious and very difficult to get into, but I was just curious as to what the admissions process was like on both ends. I could potentially get several different letters of recommendations from UofM film professors as well as a few industry professionals (that are USC SCA alum, family members) if that would be beneficial. The only thing that I'm worried about is the fact that my portfolio, in ratio, consists more of photography than of film. Is that something I can mention while applying (that I'd like to attend the program to completely advance my knowledge and skills that in other ways I would never have the opportunity to be exposed to)?</p>

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<p>Bump? Any thoughts?</p>

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<p>The summer programs are administered in a very different way than (and are completely separate from) regular university admissions. From what I understand, the summer programs offer much easier entry. There may not be many on this forum who have much experience with the HS-level programs.</p>

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<p>I guess I was just wondering because I was reading on their website that there was only 15 seats. Maybe I was just reading it wrong or that’s incorrect information, or maybe there’s just not that much competition because it’s very, very expensive. I was just under the impression that it was a pretty prestigious program (the summer one), especially for high school students.</p>

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<p>Bump? Still looking for feedback. :)</p>

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<p>I literally know nothing about the summer programs, but it’s not like they’re “feeder” programs into the schools. I’m not even sure how much contact you’ll get with USC faculty.</p>

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<p>According to their website, it’s a mix of both industry professionals and USC faculty. Obviously I’m not sure how much of that is true, but, I’ll take their word for it. I feel the facilities alone are worth it… Technology/opportunity wise. (: Are you at USC for film?</p>