USC MFA Applicants Spring 2015

[Scorsitchcubrick]

So classes began 8/25, I assume that they were at least waiting until that point to see how many applicants showed up for classes and if any wait listed were able to fit in. That was almost 3 weeks ago, I wonder at what point they will start making phone calls to set up interviews for round 2. Has anyone heard anything about that yet?

 

[JFadley]

I found my acceptance letter after getting an email about my updated status from Financial Aid. After logging in, I could view a digital copy of the letter. It's dated Sept 11 so for the wait list/accepted group from fall expect it in the mail soon.
https://usconnect.usc.edu/PortalView/PortalMain.aspx
That's where I found the letter.

 

[Ilovefilms]

I just checked... I got mine too! They didn't send me an email though...

 

[Mate Boegi]

So classes began 8/25, I assume that they were at least waiting until that point to see how many applicants showed up for classes and if any wait listed were able to fit in. That was almost 3 weeks ago, I wonder at what point they will start making phone calls to set up interviews for round 2. Has anyone heard anything about that yet?

Nothing yet.. Application still says "Submitted" at the Grad App Login... But I'm sure something will happen in the coming two weeks.

 

[JFadley]

Nothing yet.. Application still says "Submitted" at the Grad App Login... But I'm sure something will happen in the coming two weeks.

I remember that it took USC forever to get back with me regarding my status. If you're starting to get Financial Aid emails, then it's a good sign. I knew I was at least wait listed after receiving these request from Grad Admissions. Did you interview?

 

[Mate Boegi]

I remember that it took USC forever to get back with me regarding my status. If you're starting to get Financial Aid emails, then it's a good sign. I knew I was at least wait listed after receiving these request from Grad Admissions. Did you interview?

Yeah, they are pretty slow this time... Still nothing and neither do I have a view on my video.

Anybody? Any sign?

 

[Sikander Sidhu]

Hi,
Is there anyone going in for spring semester 2015?
I will be going there for MFA this spring

 

[Tiffany Upshaw]

Hey everyone!

I'm so glad to have found a forum on here to talk about this application. Is anyone else who applied freaking out? Seriously, I check my status almost every single day. I know I won't hear anything for a while because everything I've read said they take a while to get back with you. But this waiting business is driving me CRAZY! lol

 

[Mate Boegi]

Anything anyone?? I still havent recieved any sign yet, no interview, no financial stuff?

I'm dying.....

 

[JFadley]

what did your package look like Mate?

Anything anyone?? I still havent recieved any sign yet, no interview, no financial stuff?

I'm dying.....

 

[Mate Boegi]

what did your package look like Mate?

What do you mean exactly?

 

[JFadley]

your letter, story idea, 5 min film

 

[Mate Boegi]

your letter, story idea, 5 min film

I took the writing sample A (I think it was A), where you had to outline a story. I'll send it over to you on facebook if you would like to read it?
My letter is the most lacking one, I guess... I've never been able to write a decent statement.

 

[JFadley]

Very interesting short. I enjoyed the use of color transitions to demonstrate the different states of reality and the use of analog technology as catalyst for transport. The story isn't concise and is murky. You've demonstrated you have skill, but that's not what they look for. The idea of going to film school is that they can teach you the technical aspects of film making, what they want to know is if you have a grasp of the fundamentals of story-telling. A clear beginning, middle, and end. PM and i shoot you my info if you are still open to letting me read your stuff

 

[Mate Boegi]

Very interesting short. I enjoyed the use of color transitions to demonstrate the different states of reality and the use of analog technology as catalyst for transport. The story isn't concise and is murky. You've demonstrated you have skill, but that's not what they look for. The idea of going to film school is that they can teach you the technical aspects of film making, what they want to know is if you have a grasp of the fundamentals of story-telling. A clear beginning, middle, and end. PM and i shoot you my info if you are still open to letting me read your stuff

Thanks for watching my short and reviewing it! I can see your point, but it's a 15 minute short and as of right now I really don't have anything better then this, which is only 5 minutes. But I'm not exaclty sure they are looking for a clear story, because on their site it does say; "Create a brief narrative video in which you had a major creative role. The video can be live-action or animation, fiction or documentary, but it should reflect your aesthetic tastes and intellectual and emotional interests" so that's why I assumed it was okay to send an outtake.... But it's hard to tell I guess, everything is very subjective in this kind of admission.

Yes definitely, I'd be very glad if you could read it!

 

[Tiffany Upshaw]

I still haven't heard anything either! I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who is completely dying in anticipation! I am seriously going to be a nervous wreck until I see some kind of message in my USConnect. Lol

 

[Mate Boegi]

I still haven't heard anything either! I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who is completely dying in anticipation! I am seriously going to be a nervous wreck until I see some kind of message in my USConnect. Lol

Can anyone login to Camel? I still can't.
https://camel2.usc.edu/AdmGradCertification/

 

[Tiffany Upshaw]

Can anyone login to Camel? I still can't.
https://camel2.usc.edu/AdmGradCertification/

Did you receive an USC ID yet?

 

[Mate Boegi]

Did you receive an USC ID yet?

Of course, it came in the email after you submitted your Application (not slideroom)... Perhaps 1-2 days after. You didn't get one?

 

[Tiffany Upshaw]

Of course, it came in the email after you submitted your Application (not slideroom)... Perhaps 1-2 days after. You didn't get one?

Well.. I feel dumb. I just looked back at my emails and found it. I'm not sure how I don't remember receiving that.. lol. So to answer your question I cannot login yet.