<p>sophia1
Just as an FYI, my D (a freshman film production major at Chapman) applied to 9 schools last year (most of them already mentioned above.) They were all over the board geographically and varied in prestige of program, certainly including some safety schools. Nine applications (with portfolios required by some) are a lot of work. I’d equate it to having an extra class in HS – at least! Definitely apply to at least one early action school as others have suggested, just for the peace of mind.</p>
<p>We are also on the east coast and were not able to make visits to quite a few of the schools she applied to, (including Chapman.) She got into these anyway, so we made visits to some of the ones we hadn’t seen on “accepted students’ day.” So you don’t have to see absolutely every school before he applies. You are doing the right thing and getting lots of info over the internet! Best of luck to him, and enjoy your travels!</p>