<p>You can find plenty of threads about both schools, if you do a search of this forum.</p>
<p>Purchase is insanely selective due to the reputation of the program, the type of people who apply, the reasonable tuition, and the proximity to New York. You’d be competing against a huge pool of very highly qualified applicants. Anybody’s chance of admission is very, very slim.</p>
<p>Marymount is perhaps somewhat less selective. Some people love it; others who investigate it decide it’s not for them. You might want to research the school further to decide whether it would be a good fit for you. </p>
<p>As you probably are aware, Purchase is not in New York City. If you are interested in programs very near New York, I’d strongly suggest investigating Montclair State and Adelphi, both of which offer well-regarded BFA degrees.</p>