Hello guys. About a week ago, I got into LMU MFA program (with 10k scholarship by the way). They asked me to decide and put deposit of $500 until April 1st. The problem is, I'm also waiting for the result of UCLA and as far as I remember, they told me that the announcement will be at April. Instead of checking the mailbox everyday, I just want to make up my mind early.
Actually, in the interview preparation, I was already attracted by LMU for its kindness. The website was full of information and I felt like it has lots of interest in caring students and offering opportunities to them. I don't think the campus and facilities are crucial parts in decision but LMU surely has beautiful campus and provides high-end equipments. Maybe that's why its rank and recognition are getting higher every year.
However, what makes me hesitate is the reputation that UCLA has. I am an international student so just in case I am also thinking of getting a job in my country after graduation. UCLA is definitely much famous in here too. Plus, I think many renowned and skillful professors may prefer higher rank film school. (This can be my prejudice though). Among LMU's advantages, I barely found that the learning is excellent and in fact many LMU professors are from USC or UCLA. On the other hand, I also heard a lot about UCLA's indifference to students and some extreme bad reviews I read on this website worries me.
If you were in my situation, what would you choose?
Actually, in the interview preparation, I was already attracted by LMU for its kindness. The website was full of information and I felt like it has lots of interest in caring students and offering opportunities to them. I don't think the campus and facilities are crucial parts in decision but LMU surely has beautiful campus and provides high-end equipments. Maybe that's why its rank and recognition are getting higher every year.
However, what makes me hesitate is the reputation that UCLA has. I am an international student so just in case I am also thinking of getting a job in my country after graduation. UCLA is definitely much famous in here too. Plus, I think many renowned and skillful professors may prefer higher rank film school. (This can be my prejudice though). Among LMU's advantages, I barely found that the learning is excellent and in fact many LMU professors are from USC or UCLA. On the other hand, I also heard a lot about UCLA's indifference to students and some extreme bad reviews I read on this website worries me.
If you were in my situation, what would you choose?
