<p>I think my tape is pretty good, but how much will sending in an audition instead of being there in person hurt me if my stats aren’t that impressive?</p>
<p>I can't answer your question, bondgirl, but I would ask if there is any way you can get to one of the places where NYU auditions kids, so they can see you in person. </p>
<p>If you go on the NYU/Tisch audition Web site, you will see that they are holding in person auditions at a number of different places this year, which should give more students the opportunity to be seen.</p>
<p>I would guess that there have been students accepted from videos before, but I also think it's clear that showing up in person and being able to interact with/talk to/converse with the auditor is preferable.</p>
<p>When you say "my stats aren't that impressive...", do you mean academic stats or performing art stats? Your academic stats aren't really related to your audition but keep in mind that NYU is the one (and only, I think) that uses your academics as 50% of your admission and 50% audition/talent. Unlike many or most programs where your audition is weighed significantly more heavily NYU has tough academic standards as well.
If, by "stats" you mean your performing arts experiences on your resume etc. aren't that impressive then you really should try as hard as possible to make it to an audition. I also think NYU has some of the most dates available on campus for auditions as compared to many programs who only offer a few options.</p>
<p>I agree with everything Pohsmom says, with one little correction, NYU does not actually audition on campus, but rents space at one of the many rehearsal studios in NYC. You will be seen one of the many Tisch faculty members that are involved in the audition process.</p>
<p>It is often possible to schedule a "campus tour", but, unlike at other schools, be aware that at Tisch it will be pretty tough to actually be allowed to sit in on any classes as they are all considered closed. I am told however, that at times, if you know someone in the program, you may be able to circumvent this if the person you know gets permission from their teacher to "bring a guest" to class (this may vary studio by studio as well).</p>