USC Cinematic Arts Program

[Fanfand]

Originally posted by Fanfand:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dusty_rose:
@Fanfand congrats on all your acceptance letters! You must have submitted some kicka@@ work. what disipline did u want to focus on? Production or screenwriting? narrative or doc? Are u more traiditional "commerical", independent or surreal/ arthouse (I saw u were accepted to SAIC - kinda wish I applied)? I don't know anything about Northwestern, but from the research I have done most schools have a reputation for specializing in a certain type of filmmaking that might help u decide...although a scholarship would be nice !!!

I want to do weird / mainstream movie, like Tim Burton and An Li's <Life of Pi> maybe
I submitted two pretty sureal peices to the schools, I didn't know anyone would even take them seriously, kind of like <The melancholy death of oyster boy> , so I am really flattered and grateful </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

by the way, it's screenplay and drama writing I am applying

 

[huangwei1102]

Originally posted by SJR:
I received my admission letter in the mail today! No email yet, and I still can't log in to the camel site. But man, I am excited!

can you log in to camel right now?

 

[SJR]

@huangwei1102 Yeah, I can log into camel now.

 

[huangwei1102]

congrats! but you can't at the time you received the admission letter right? Your post is my only hope right now!

 

[huangwei1102]

Originally posted by Carving Light:
Hey all!

Congrats to all who have received letters (virtual or otherwise) thus far! Still waiting on something but I did apply to two separate programs at USC (MFA Production and MFA Interactive Media) and I have no idea whether that changes the way applications would be handled. Any one else in a similar boat?

It's always that terrible wait when I wonder...did I put too much about my live production experience and not enough about narrative, did I harp too much on previous school issues, did I not talk enough about why I am a creative person? So difficult not to second guess everything I wrote months ago and can't really change now.

Best of luck to all the rest waiting!

same here, I have applied mfa film production and interactive media, didn't hear anything from the school since I submitted my application except an interview with a film professor.

 

[AprilCSK]

Just got rejected by USC But I will never give up!Good luck to everybody!

 

[butyoureyessaidyes]

Originally posted by AprilCSK:
Just got rejected by USC But I will never give up!Good luck to everybody!

Sorry to hear that. You have a great attitude, though.

What program did you apply to? And did your rejection come via e-mail or snail mail?

 

[DrexlSpivey]

Hey All,

I was really hoping you guys (especially international applicants) could help me.

I had submitted my financial form a while ago, with only the amount that I can pay for on my own (more than half of the first year's tuition). The rest I was planning to get through some bank loans, scholarship & financial aid. However, I was told from Shahla:

"You need to show proof of financial support for the amount indicated on Graduate Admissions website, in order for us to place a final decision on your file. The amount that must be indicated on your documentation is: $56,291.00."

She needs me to send this in immediately. How has everyone (who isn't able to pay full tuition) been able to provide this proof? I would apply for a bank loan if I knew that I was accepted but at this point I don't, yet they still need proof that I have this total amount. And if I do get this amount somehow, will it affect my chances with the SCA scholarship and any other financial aid I could apply to?

Basically, how have international students who are planning to get financial aid to pay for their tuition been able to provide this financial certification at this point?

I know it's icky to talk money, and I don't want to know any personal details, I just need some general advice about how everyone has been able to do this.

Sorry guys, hope this wasn't too long or bothersome.

 

[Fanfand]

Originally posted by DrexlSpivey:
Hey All,

I was really hoping you guys (especially international applicants) could help me.

I had submitted my financial form a while ago, with only the amount that I can pay for on my own (more than half of the first year's tuition). The rest I was planning to get through some bank loans, scholarship & financial aid. However, I was told from Shahla:

"You need to show proof of financial support for the amount indicated on Graduate Admissions website, in order for us to place a final decision on your file. The amount that must be indicated on your documentation is: $56,291.00."

She needs me to send this in immediately. How has everyone (who isn't able to pay full tuition) been able to provide this proof? I would apply for a bank loan if I knew that I was accepted but at this point I don't, yet they still need proof that I have this total amount. And if I do get this amount somehow, will it affect my chances with the SCA scholarship and any other financial aid I could apply to?

Basically, how have international students who are planning to get financial aid to pay for their tuition been able to provide this financial certification at this point?

I know it's icky to talk money, and I don't want to know any personal details, I just need some general advice about how everyone has been able to do this.

Sorry guys, hope this wasn't too long or bothersome.

have you been accepted yet? why not borrow some from your parents for now, one of my Russia friend did that

 

[dusty_rose]

Originally posted by Fanfand:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Fanfand:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dusty_rose:
@Fanfand congrats on all your acceptance letters! You must have submitted some kicka@@ work. what disipline did u want to focus on? Production or screenwriting? narrative or doc? Are u more traiditional "commerical", independent or surreal/ arthouse (I saw u were accepted to SAIC - kinda wish I applied)? I don't know anything about Northwestern, but from the research I have done most schools have a reputation for specializing in a certain type of filmmaking that might help u decide...although a scholarship would be nice !!!

I want to do weird / mainstream movie, like Tim Burton and An Li's <Life of Pi> maybe
I submitted two pretty sureal peices to the schools, I didn't know anyone would even take them seriously, kind of like <The melancholy death of oyster boy> , so I am really flattered and grateful </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

by the way, it's screenplay and drama writing I am applying </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

@Fanfand I am hesitant to give you my opinion just because all my research has been geared towards directing. Personally USC is my first choice because of the relationships to be made, the location and the alumni. Northwestern is known as more of an academic school so I am sure that they have a good writing division - plus the scholarship would be nice!!!! Have you talked to any of the writing professors from Northwestern? Love both Ang Lee and Burton, so I can't wait to see what you would come up with!

 

[liarelaw]

I think it's necessary to prove that you are able to cover the tuition, as you know SCA doesn't provide scholar for international students at our first year(my interview professor told me so) so if they want you then you will have to prove that you can pay in case of I-20 and visa process I think!
Good luck to you and good luck to everyone who's still waiting!

 

[dusty_rose]

Quick question for those of you accepted. When is the deadline for you guys to confirm or deny your admission? ...just wondering how long it might be for those of us in limbo - wait listed or rejected.

Congrats again to all on getting in!

 

[SJR]

@dusty_rose The deadline given on the acceptance letter is April 8, 2013.

 

[Fanfand]

Originally posted by SJR:
@dusty_rose The deadline given on the acceptance letter is April 8, 2013.

my is April 6

 

[dusty_rose]

wow! As soon as I posted the question, I received an email that I was waitlisted! Talk about timing. Thanks for the info guys

 

[achorusisrising]

I would do anything just to hear SOMETHING at this point.

 

[kt]

I also just received an email that I'm waitlisted for Fall 2013 and offered admission for Spring 2014!Pretty pumped!

 

[dusty_rose]

@kt - I know, I don't think I have ever clicked a link so fast in my life lol Fall or Spring I'll take it!

@achorusisrising - I feel you. I have been going crazy, second guessing myself and obsessing. That's why I had to post the earlier message. I truly hope you hear something soon

 

[stee0221]

Quick question for those who have been accepted or waitlisted for Fall 2013 Production:

Did anyone's film or video sample exceed 5 minutes?

 

[DeathDealer]

My Goodness, I've been wailisted for the Spring! Brilliant, simply brilliant!

@Stee0221 My video submission was 5:40, and encountered no problems. Was yours excessively long?