<p>I currently go to a performing arts magnet high school at a tech major, specializing in stage management. I am a senior. Looking at Wagner, Pace, Temple University, and a few others. I got a 1060 on the SATs (including the writing portion). BUT that does not reflect my intelligence level at all. It merely shows how well I take standardized test, and as you can see with the score, I do not do very well. But most of the college I am applying to are SAT optional (like Wagner and Temple University)
I am National Honors Society, Student Council President Junior and Senior year, I have a 3.3 GPA, and I have been an honors student since my freshmen year. I am also taking a college course at a local college, after being specially selected to take classes at the college level.
I have some experience in tech theater, such as, I am currently stage managing my 8th show and by the time I graduate it will be around 12 to 13 shows. I have worked on sets for 7 shows. Worked on lighting for 16 shows. And I worked crew for 9 shows (not including stage managing) I have also taken multiple classes such as set construction 1 - 3, Lighting 1 & 2, Scenic Painting, Set Design, Drawing for Stage, Stage Management, and Have been in the Show production class since my second semester sophomore year.
And I just wasn't sure if anyone had any ideas about my chances of me getting into these colleges. (Wagner and Pace primarily)</p>
<p>DePaul is also test-optional, with an amazing Theatre School. University of the Arts in Philly requires scores, but pays little attention to them. Columbia College of Chicago has open admissions. They are just three additional options worth exploring. Are you looking for BFA programs specifically? I think that Temple is a BA program. Have you set up portfolio review appointments? You should probably bring your inquiries to the Theater/Drama threads in the “Majors” section of College Confidential. I found them very helpful when my son went through the audition process. Some college theater programs are more concerned with test scores and GPA than others. I would avoid Emerson and NYU for that reason, since they will care about your scores. Definitely look at test-optional colleges. I think your scores will hurt you badly almost everywhere else, especially if you’re looking for scholarship help. ou should really focus on building your portfolio and composing your essays - most test-optional schools require additional essays. Be sure that you line up first-rate recommendations from both academic teachers and theatrical directors. It’s very tough to chance applicants for programs which require auditions or talent evaluations/portfolio reviews. You could have the best credentials in the world, but they won’t help you if your interview falls flat. My son decided not to apply to Pace. As I recall, their Acting BFA had one of the most demanding set of application/audition requirements. Have you studied the requirements for a Stage Management major at the various schools? They will probably differ, and you should be ready to begin scheduling evaluations, where necessary, ASAP. Be sure that you have an academic and financial safety (or two) lined up. Good luck!</p>
<p>Ithaca College is another test-optional school with a good theater program.</p>
<p>You might want to take the ACT and see if that is a better fit for you as it is accepted at all schools too. I think the recommendations for U Arts, DePaul and Columbia College are all great- they have very strong programs and are not as concerned with test scores (or GPA to some extent). You have a lot of really solid experience and should be concentrating on preparing your portfolio as that will help you a lot. You clearly have a lot of passion and commitment to this type of work. Other good options would be Univ of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) and Rutgers Mason Gross. </p>
<p>Thank you so much!!! I am actually applying to Temple for theater. Also i will put this thread on the theater/ majors part of the site, to see what I get out of that. Thanks again!</p>