So.. here's the deal.

 

I was waitlisted for Ringling Animation, and accepted by SCAD.  I have enrolled, and am relatively far along with the whole process.

I recieved, however, a letter from Ringling informing me that they are offering me a spot in their Motion Design course.

 

I have been thinking of all the pros and cons, but I'm still not sure what choice to make - so I'd like to hear the opinion of others too.

 

I am much more into animation than design, so I think going for animation in SCAD would be better for me - but at the same time, I wonder how good their animation department is, and also think that maybe having a chance to work with other things as well as that may be a good experience. So I ask - is the SCAD animation course worth it?

 

I understand Ringling is more recognized, and has a more well-known "name", so employment could be easier.  But I still wouldn't be focusing on what I REALLY want to.

 

My head is a mess. Please help.

Hi again, everyone!

 

Although I was not accepted into CalArts, I am still going to pursue my animation choice in SCAD.

So first off, does anyone have anything to tell me about the college? About its location, the teachers, the animation program, or anything really that could be informative?

 

As for what I really want to ask.  I always hear that Macs are the way to go when it comes to computer graphics and stuff, but I don't see how a Mac can be better than a PC with kick-ass hardware.  Call me a noob - I AM a Mac noob - and I'd really rather stick to a PC unless if really necessary.  I was planning on buying a customized Dell (or... other brand.. any suggestions?), topping the price up to the one of a 15 inch Macbook Pro.  What do you guys have to say? 

I was also rejected. Now I need to hope for the best when I receive my results from Ringling... I'm extremely anxious to know so many people have heard from them, but I've got no news yet. *siiiigh*

I know it's a tad bit late, but I just thought I'd say I also applied to character animation - and would truly love a sedative until I receive the damn email x_x

I guess you're right - I should probably change my attitude towards it, but sometimes that proves to be hard. Also, don't get me wrong! I actually quite enjoy life drawing - only I don't have so many good opportunities for it, especially right now with my finals coming up. Either way, does anyone have suggestions of other good unis I could apply to?