<p>Thanks for your help, so_ein. I like to branch out of the architectue board every now and then :)</p>
<p>Thanks Dan, that was a helpful clarification. I was hoping SMFA would tell Tufts if they really liked some applicants and vice-versa, but I can see how it’s separate now. That is the biggest problem I’ve run into in my search - admissions folks not knowing how to really “take in” a portfolio. Art plays such a huge role in the kind of academic student I am so it’s hard to really get myself across on an application without my art playing a significant role. Usually I talk directly to the art department but in this case it’s a little different. Thanks for your help. </p>
<p>Also, does Tufts release how many applicants it receives for the DD program? Not a huge deal…but I think I’m in love with it and thus crave insignificant things like that :)</p>