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Admission's Advice!
Hey Archinectsters!
Well my question is in regards to applying next year for fall 2010 admittance in an M.arch 1 program.
Background_ I am A studio art's major with an emphasis on graphic design. I will have a fairly good portfolio for application and as well around a 3.8 GPA. This summer I plan on attending Columbia's summer program as well. And I have had an internship with graphic design.
What my question regards is this next semester in my third year of college. I am obviously continuing with Graphic design for my portfolio but with extra time I was curious how I should spend it to increase my chances for acceptance when I apply (School's such as, Sci-Arc, Pratt, Parsons, Columbia...)
My School does not offer any courses in drafting or architectural history (I do hold a certificate in auto cad from high school however) But several Junior college's do have some drafting and architecturally history courses within close proximity to me. As well I might have an oppertunity to intern at an architectural firm.
I guess what I'm asking for is advice on how to spend my time to increase my chances for acceptance. what do admissions like to see from applicants? I have these options available but I am also open to any suggestions. Thanks!
just be really really good at what you do... having a little architecture experience doesn't hurt but it also doesn't help too much. for march i they aren't looking for people who already know everything about architecture... they want awesome people who can become great architects. don't mention your autocad certificate ever.
i'm happy to see your enthusiasm. just be careful with apostrophes on your application essay.
1) Be really good at what you do, as tzaar said.
2) Summer program at Columbia is a very good idea, especially if you plan to apply there.
3) Architectural internship might not do much for admissions, but it will help you decide if you really want to be an architect, and give you a leg up when it comes time to look for a real job. Just make sure they're paying you more than $500/month.
4) Your prospective employers will care far more about your AutoCAD skills than the admissions committee. For admissions, AutoCAD only matters to the extent that you can use it to create drawings for your portfolio.
5) Learn the proper use of the apostrophe before you submit your statement of intent.
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