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I applied to Emerson College Film School for regular decision in January. As school decisions are being sent out, I am getting exceedingly nervous about my application. I was just curious to hear how difficult Emerson's Film School was to get into from those who have already been accepted.
A short version of my resume/application: SAT: 1860 SAT IIs: 660 (Eng. Lit.) and 600 (US History) Cumulative H.S. GPA: 3.81 (w/o senior year grades) Cumulative H.S. GPA: 3.9 (w/ senior year grades) Senior Year (First Semester) GPA: 4.16 AP Classes: AP European History, AP US History, AP American Literature, AP English Language and Composition, AP Government and AP Statistics Sports: Two years on Varsity Dance Team; Captain of team senior year Clubs/Organizations: Editor of school newspaper (senior year), treasurer of Dance and Environmental Club (senior year), involvement in French Club (4 years) and Model United Nations Club (senior year). Community Service: Two years of volunteer Christmas Dinners for needy families Jobs: Summer internship at a law firm for three months Awards: French Overall Achievement Award (2007), Principal's Distinguished Honor Roll (2005, 2007, 2008).
I am stressing out because I know my film resume (I have not been very involved with anything formal regarding film) and my screenplay were not stellar. I am just curious about my chances of getting into the film school based more on my academic record than my film resume.
Any opinions?
Posts: 1 | Location: Murrieta | Registered: March 22, 2008
Your academic credentials are better than mine were (my strengths were in my work experience and portfolio). However, Emerson has become far more selective since when I applied, so they may place more emphasis on academics now. I think you have pretty good chances.