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Hector Verdugo- Senior Vice President of AdmissionsEmail: hverdugo@academyart.eduReid Raukar- Senior Director of AdmissionsEmail: rraukar@academyart.edu

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We can help you and your family schedule a virtual tour of the school and fully explore your options!

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I came a little late. what's going on

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Tuning in on my own, but I’m taking notes

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They are playing a video as an intro to the Academy

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If we have to leave this stream for any reason, will a recorded version be up for us to watch somewhere else?

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Usually their YouTube is the place to go

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@Nia- We can also help you with the links you need.

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Students, when I sent out the recording link tomorrow, I can make sure to include the link to the video you just watched as well.

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Friendly Reminder (since i still see a mix): Students, as I mentioned earlier, when typing in the chat, please click the drop down next to the “To:” field and select “Everyone” (or “Panelists and Attendees” for those on an older Zoom version) so that other students can see your question/comment, which will help connect the replies provided by Hector, and Reid. Thanks!

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Do you offer merit based scholarships

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Also do you have residences and dining halls

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@Ranjani- https://www.academyart.edu/campus-athletics/living-in-sf/

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so, I own a company. can I bring it with me?

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We will discuss housing and dining halls soon. We have 17 different housing facilities as well as dining halls.

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@Jonathon- Can you elaborate on that?

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@Ranjani- New Scholarships will be posting to the website soon.

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https://www.academyart.edu/finances/scholarships/

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Do you have to have a portfolio to apply?

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is there a specific due date for applications?

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I own a one man company named Deadplay productions. it's gonna a game Development and manga creation company

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is there due dates for scholarships?

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interesting...

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Do I need to take the SAT to join the school?

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Will having a strong portfolio and good grades still help??

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so, I don't know how to draw. can you teach me that?

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most information like requirements will be on their website

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what are your requirements realistically for gpa and/or sat?

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Is it ok to have no experience or little knowledge about my desired program?

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Does the school accecpt transfer credits from a community college out of state? (If that makes sense?)

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I’ve looked and most things aren’t required but I still wanted to know if it will be a help even if it’s not required. Things such as good ACT scores, GPA, portfolio, etc

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@Jonathon- I do not see it being an issue if you own a company. We can discuss this in more detail just to be sure that there will not be any issues. Send me an email when you can: hverdugo@academyart.edu

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alright

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could you provide a link for more information on the architecture program?

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@Jessica- Scholarships all have different due dates. We will have one posted soon where the deadline will be the 15th of each month. ScholarshipsGrant & Scholarship Programs | Academy of Art University (academyart.edu)

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What difference is that going to make for me if i want to go into architecture but they are NAB and SITA accredited

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Sita is interior design i believe

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@Andrea- Yes we do accept transfer units. After we review transcripts we can evaluate those classes and grades and let you know what transfers in. Generally classes have to be equivalent and with a Grade C or better. Some classes may also require portfolio work to ensure the students has the skills necessary to transfer in the course.

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Thank you Hudson

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@Andrea- Bottom line we help students through all of these steps.

40:55
Reese mentioned doing on campus, online, and hybrid learning. Are all majors and concentrations available in all three learning styles?

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@Stephanie- Yes. We have a great school of Photography.

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*Reid sorry

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Ok thank you so much!

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@Davina- Yes, We offer classes in an Onsite, Online as well as Zoom format.

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Ok great! Thank you so much

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@Stephanie- When we meet we can discuss what kind of areas you feel strong in as well as what your weaknesses are. We can help you even if you didn't do well in high school.

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@Hudson- https://www.academyart.edu/academics/architecture/

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@Hector. When will the school be available for in person tours?

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@Gabriel- Great question- Freshmen start off in courses that are in their major as well as foundations courses with a Liberal Arts class. The best part is you start in classes related to your major on day 1.

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Is in person better than the online program?

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How good is your animation program?

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@Nia- ACT and SAT scores are not required.

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do you require act scores

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@Gabe- We do not.

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what is the minimum required gpa

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By military friendly, does that mean the college accepts gi bills

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@Julia- https://www.academyart.edu/about-us/awards/

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@Faith- We do accept military funding but the Military friendly award is actually an award badge given to schools deemed military friendly.

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are there any services you wouldn’t receive on the New York campus that you would at the San Fran one?

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what is the greek life like?

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Do you require a portfolio?

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What is your acceptance rate?

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What is your average yearly tuition?

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@Melody- We do not have a campus in NY but all of the services we offer to students are for both onsite and online students.

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@Vivian- We have multiple options.

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Spring Showhttps://springshow.academyart.edu/

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is housing guaranteed after the first year?

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is there a due date for applications?

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What’s the best computer or laptop should I use for class?

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@Hudson- Housing is not guaranteed. With that said there are 17 different housing options. If you do your housing paperwork on-time I have never seen it be an issue for a student.

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@Katherine- There is not a deadline. We encourage to have students apply when they're ready to work with us vs just apply and wait for things in the mail.

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@Katherine- We are already helping students for the Summer and Fall semesters 2022

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how safe is the campus?

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When should seniors apply for fall 2022?

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@Vivian- If you take the AP exam you can submit the College Board scores so we can try to review this for credits.

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Are there summer programs and are there study abroad programs

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How many applicants are accepted each year and is there a limit to the number of students accepted?

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Can students have multiple majors and minors? I have tons of interests

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Hudson there was a summer program that I did, it was the pre college summer program.

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You can apply on their website

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Pre College Art Experience is great option to try some art classes while in high school.

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does it matter if I can't draw

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Not only that but you will get money for taking and passing the pre college courses that go towards your tuition if you chose to go to the academy

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https://www.academyart.edu/academics/pre-college-art-experience/

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@Reid is the Pre College Art Experience available during school, or is it only available during the summer?

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Jonathan - Drawing is a skill that can be learned. Some people may have that ability more naturally, but with practice it can be developed.

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How much of a time commitment does the Pre college art experience require? I'm in the middle of my football season, but I am very interested in that program.

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i recommend the pre colleges courses , you learn a lot.

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@Andrea It is available year round.

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Andrea - Students are eligible for pre-college in the fall and spring semesters as well.

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Fall pre college classes start Oct 2, this Saturday

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the pre college is usually a month or so

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When should seniors apply for the undergraduate fall semester in 2022?

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For student housing I would recommend emailing myself or Hector directly so we can help you schedule a personal virtual tour

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Some asked about seniors applying and we are currently accepting applications for the Fall 2022 semester

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Ok, thank you!

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Many students start in Summer 2022 for their first semester. We actually call it the freshman start!

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@Vandana: I will provide the recording tomorrow that has the chat messages as well.

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Is there vegetarian and vegan options in dining hall ?

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Vandana - Recordings will be emailed out, but the chat transcript will not be part of that.

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Ranjani - Yes lot's of vegetarian options.

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@Garbriel: Correct. I will email everyone that registered with the recording link tomorrow

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is there vegan options for food?

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Vandana - Correction the recording will also have the chat transcript per Kathleen!

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FAFSAFAFSA®️ Application | Federal Student AidSchool Code: 007531

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Jessica - Absolutely! This is San Francisco. Our dining hall has vegan options. But there are also amazing vegan options in the city as well.

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FAFSA for 2022/2023 opens tomorrow, October 1, 2021!

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do you guys have any kind of virtual portfolio review days or meetings?

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If you are starting in summer (or considering) you can complete the 2021/2022 FAFSA right now!

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Jack - We do not at this time. But the portfolio feedback is happening constantly in the classroom for students.

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Makhi - I am not familiar with champ VA. We are a military friendly school and accept a wide range of military benefits.

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Rosa - Everyone should complete a FAFSA to see their options.

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At least I would recommend they complete just to see. There is no cost to complete the FAFSA.

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Mihka - I just looked up Champ VA and that should be a benefit we accept.

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Makhi - Sorry your name had gone out of view so I misspelled!

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How many applicants are accepted each year and is there a limit to the number of students accepted?

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is in person program better than online? and is online cheaper than in person

01:08:47
David - We would have the Financial Aid representative cover those details. You can also search it quickly on Google.

01:09:17
Faith - We don't limit the number of students accepted. The amount accepted vary year to year and program to program.

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Thank you Reid

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Jessica - That depends. For some people online is the best option due to their circumstances. Not having to move to a new city also saves money. If you are able to be onsite there are some amazing resources. However the online students learn the same skills and develop equally strong portfolios.

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Jessica - I did all my classes online and same for my co-workers. I have seen some amazing projects from first semester online classes.

01:12:11
What would be the range for a four year program. Please note to make the answer specific I realize the exact price may change. However what is the range from start to completion.

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Vivian - It varies based on dorm selection. That is something that I can't answer in a sentence or two. I would recommend setting up an appointment with an admissions representative to review those options and program details.

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thank you

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Jan 2nd- Mar 2nd

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Sorry, another question about the Pre College Art Experience program: the last day to apply is Oct 1st? (Tomorrow)

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Hector Verdugo- Senior Vice President of AdmissionsEmail: hverdugo@academyart.eduReid Raukar- Senior Director of AdmissionsEmail: rraukar@academyart.edu

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Devon - I saw your email. The cost completely depends on the degree selected, the program, and the mode of learning. We will help get you and your family connected with someone to review what that would like for you!

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Andrea - No students can apply into next week for Pre College. But best to apply tonight and then a representative can reach out to help you select classes.

01:14:53
I applied to the pre-college course but I haven’t had a representative reach out to me yet

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Ok thank you so much :)

01:15:24
Julia - I will make sure someone contacts you tomorrow!

01:15:29
Are seniors allowed to do the pre college courses . I took some in the summer but it said it wasn’t eligible and I passed them ?

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Thank you!

01:15:58
Adrianna - I am a senior and I am enrolled in them.

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Adrianna - Seniors are eligible. Once a student has graduated from high school they are no longer eligible for Pre-College.

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Same. I’ve yet to hear from a representative about the pre-college courses

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Aisha - I will have someone contact you tomorrow as well.

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Thank you!!

01:17:01
I have a question I like music and I love to sing. Do you have a song writing program?

01:17:20
same, I haven't heard from a representative yet.

01:17:44
Hector Verdugo- Senior Vice President of AdmissionsEmail: hverdugo@academyart.edu

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I think they have a music production program

01:17:50
Reid Raukar- Senior Director of AdmissionsEmail: rraukar@academyart.edu

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Rosa - We have a class that teaches those skills, but not a program for song writing or that teaches instruments. We teach music production, sound design, and music composition and scoring.

01:18:05
Pre College Art Experiencehttps://www.academyart.edu/academics/pre-college-art-experience/

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Janet - No GPA requirement

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I love singing too

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do you guys to the virtual meets on the weekends?

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I signed up for the pre college experience! What is that for exactly? And am i able to set up times that i can work or is it weekends?

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Janet - Yes.

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is it too late to join the fall semester of the pre-college experience?

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okay thank you :) by the way I love Academy of Arts university.

01:19:06
Eden - Pre College classes can be online or through Zoom (on Saturdays).

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Thank you!

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Thank you

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Can I have multiple minors?

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Thank you!

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Thank you

01:19:20
Hector Verdugo- Senior Vice President of AdmissionsEmail: hverdugo@academyart.edu

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thank you

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my gpa is a 4.0 , would i eligible ?

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Is the pre-college thing on Saturdays or can it be Sundays instead?

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This was really insightful. Much appreciated

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Melody - Pre College classes start Saturday and run through next week for the first.

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Pre-college starts Saturday but I wasn't given a time nor email to access the syllabus

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Thank you!

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How many classes can I have?

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When do the pre-college applications close? and when does it take place?

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Thank you! I definitely want to come here :D

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For pre college you need to apply each semester (new application).

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Galen - Thanks!

01:20:06
Thank you! I hope everyone has a great day!

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01:20:11
Hector Verdugo- Senior Vice President of AdmissionsEmail: hverdugo@academyart.edu

01:20:12
Is there a specific time for da pre college experience virtual meeting?

01:20:19
Thank you so much!

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Thank you

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Much appreciate the time spent and thank you for all the information my Son Devon is excited to start

01:20:21
if im going to miss the first semester, can i apply to start the second or wait a year

01:20:22
Eden - Times vary

01:20:31
Alrighty thank you ^^

01:20:38
Is general education like math and English offered here or do we have to take it else?

01:20:38
Thank you! goodnight.

01:21:03
Thank You!

01:21:05
Are general classes offered

01:21:06
I just applied !

01:21:13
@Alexandria- Yes we call those courses Liberal Arts. They are apart of every program.

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Thank you so much! Bye :)

01:21:19
@Emily- YAY!!!

01:21:20
I have a 3.3 gpa am I eligible?

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Is there required gpa?

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Do u get an email about the times ? Sry for asking a lot ^^;;

01:21:34
I am going to apply in the spring.

01:21:35
@Makhi- Yes. Are you from California?

01:21:42
@Rosa- Awesome!

01:21:46
Is a monologue audition required to apply for the acting program? (Seen a lot of schools do that)

01:22:00
No, IL

01:22:05
Is the precollege program free?

01:22:06
im already in a class but haven't been given any details on it in the follow up emails

01:22:07
@Dakarai- It is not a requirement but we would love to see it.

01:22:07
How many classes can we take for precollege?

01:22:09
does tuition depend on what programs you're in?

01:22:22
@Emaily- I will pull your email up.

01:22:48
The PCAE is free right?

01:23:15
okay thank you :)

01:23:22
Is AA or BFA better for animation?

01:23:54
Does the Disney Program work well with the school?

01:24:08
Do you need a portfolio to apply?

01:24:45
How does internships work, can they be for things like Cartoon network?

01:24:49
Thank you for your time!

01:25:00
So its not too late to apply to pre-college programs?

01:25:03
Is there a required GPA?

01:25:10
Do you accept Dual Credit.

01:25:12
Where can we sign up for the preclasses?

01:25:29
Are portfolios better as a folder file full of artworks or as a website with artworks?

01:25:29
How does internships work?

01:25:50
@Kimberly- I let Carl know to reach out to you.

01:25:51
whats the average tuition for fully online classes?

01:25:54
thank you guys so much for your time & info!!

01:25:57
Where do we apply?

01:26:03
Pre College Art Experiencehttps://www.academyart.edu/academics/pre-college-art-experience/

01:26:06
YES that’s a Huge relief

01:26:23
Hector Verdugo- Senior Vice President of AdmissionsEmail: hverdugo@academyart.edu

01:26:24
Thank you!

01:26:48
What’s the range for the transport

01:26:52
Reid Raukar- Senior Director of AdmissionsEmail: rraukar@academyart.edu

01:26:58
Do have a different language course? I am just curious

01:27:02
I would like to talk to somebody one on one

01:27:06
Thanks to the students and parents that attended today! Thanks to Hector and Reid for the wonderful presentation, all the great information, and answering questions in the chat! Be well everyone!

01:27:17
Yes thank you so much !

01:27:17
@Rosa- We do have other language courses

01:27:52
Merci Mi

01:28:07
Hector Verdugo- Senior Vice President of AdmissionsEmail: hverdugo@academyart.edu

01:28:07
Are there a variety of internships for undergraduate students when they start?

01:28:19
What of we can’t get into the pre college classes?

01:28:32
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01:28:42
@Citlaly- Yes Hybrid is an option

01:28:53
Merci, monsieur

01:28:59
Do you get an email after you set up your courses for what time your courses are??

01:29:04
So they’re open around graduate level then

01:29:11
@Lorena- I think it has more to do with the fact the classes don't open until Saturday.

01:29:27
Does the actor program do a demo reel at the end of the course

01:29:31
Alright thank you :]

01:29:44
Can we Double major

01:29:46
What if we can don't remember the name of the person who helped us through the Pre College program?

01:30:00
@Dakarai- Yes that's a part of it. Check out the Spring Show site. Spring Showhttps://springshow.academyart.edu/

01:30:31
Ok thank you:)

01:30:33
So if I did pre college before like year ago, my $1,000 from passing game design should still be there?

01:30:42
Can you tell me more about what they teach in the illustration program?

01:31:11
if im gonna miss the first semester, do you recommend i apply for the second or wait a year?

01:31:11
Thanks

01:31:13
Are there opportunities to connect with alumni