| 1. That is poor management and definitely reflects badly on the school. In fact, I was disgusted with the "customer service" I received. I think it's rediculous that I literally had to e-mail 7 people (redirected several times) to find out about International Baccalaureate credit and it took about two months. With K-State it took a matter of a few days.
2. K-State does not look at portfolios either and it's a top design school. One attends college to learn design and representation, so I can understand that aspect (though you would think at least a tiny little "check" would happen to make sure the applicants aren't completely inept). Additionally, the colleges teach their students how to make portfolios during the course of the program.
3. I can believe that. I think more credit should be given to selective high schools. It's really unfortunate.
The class rank and SAT isn't surprising to me. When you're as good as UCinn, then you get the pick of the litter, so to speak. However, the GPA thing knocks me over. I seriously can't believe that. It's incredibly wrong and I'm disappointed that such a program would have that viewpoint.
All in all, I decided against even applying to UC months ago. Everything with K-State has been better, in my opinion. Might not be as "name brand" as UC, but they're gaining strength.
Do you know if UC is switching to a 5 year graduate program like K-State is planning on doing? If not, another "pro" for K-State, "con" for UC.
//drew |