Not sure if an acting BFA is right for me?

fruityloops
Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:07:28 +0000

Hello all,

I’m a student at Columbia College Chicago, taking a year off to figure my life out. I was studying Film, but decided I would rather be in front of the camera than behind it. I have struggled with school in the past, but CCC seems to be an alright fit for me. Not perfect, but okay. The people I have met there is what keeps me drawn to the place. Anyway since I’m already a student at CCC, I have the option of transferring into the theatre department worry free.

Now my question is, how do I know if a BFA is right for me? What is the criteria for a student that wants to pursue a BFA? I know these are vague questions, but I’m just wondering if I’ll be in over my head. Should I continue at my 4-year school, another 4-year school, or try a conservatory? Should I just pack up my bags altogether, move to L.A., and take classes there, while trying to “break into” the biz? I already know the steps that need to be taken. Is a degree really necessary? These are questions that plague me.

A little background on me. I’m already 23, but I look about 16. I am tall, have a distinctive face, and speak without an accent. I’ve done acting in high school and studied at the Second City too. I can’t picture myself doing anything else, to be perfectly honest, so I don’t know why I tried to convince myself to pursue a more “lucrative” career.

I need some guidance, please.

Also, I’m originally from New York, so I have the option of going to a New York school too, if that would seem to benefit me.

Thanks!!