PARSON or PRATT has better reputation?

insomb
Sun, 25 Mar 2007 16:27:41 +0000

artschoolmom:

I looked at the course requirements. I would be entering as a sophomore either way so foundation year would be skipped. Pratt’s curriculum does seem more specific to majors.

I didn’t know that about housing at Parsons…definitely something I’m going to have to check into. Parsons course description in the catalog is very vague. However, name recognition at a design school is highly important. I wouldn’t say it’s more important than curriculum but having the ability to offer an internship with someone is a big step to getting you in the door. Another reason I didn’t apply to a state school.
This of course might not apply to a Fine Arts Major.

The person who said, “it was a rich party school” could have just been a slacker. I know there are going to be some people that have $ to waste and don’t really belong at any art school. I’m just curious as to how many. I want to be surrounded by competition not keg parties and blunts. I’m not saying that’s what Pratt has… I’m just saying that’s what a student told me it has and I’m concerned about the seriousness of the students.

Thanks for the response. :)

Ticup: I haven’t receive my financial aid package yet. No idea when.