<p>Also, for what it’s worth, D did very thorough school research including a summer at MPulse and discussions with industry professionals including many working Broadway actors, and only 4 of the schools on the OPs “top 10” list were on D’s list of 12 schools. NONE of these schools were in her top 3.</p>
<p>I mention this not to dis any programs on the OP’s list, but as a reminder that fit is very personal, both from the perspective of the schools and of the students. So while it is very true that every year talented kids are rejected by “lower-tier” programs, it is equally true that top students reject many programs before audition season ever starts.</p>
<p>Fit is a two-way street.</p>