saic provides a challenging and creative environment to sharpen your artistic skills. the staff is well equipped with experience and knowledge to give practical and helpful direction. the school is also located in one of the most exciting cities in the world, with a vibrant history and many opportunities to make your voice heard.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
saic doesn't make it's students choose a discipline to focus on, which has it's pros and cons. it's very easy to get unfocused. i would recommend sitting down with an adviser, who will help you pick classes that with sharpen the skills you have and spark new ones.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
the academic environment is challenging, but also driven by self-motivation. you're only going to get what you put into it. expect to spend a lot of time in the studio and doing a lot of personal research.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
the dorms are clean and beautiful. i lived at 162 north state street, and met wonderful people on all floors. security is always present.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
aside from being in the loop, which has lots of delicious options, the columbus building has a full cafeteria.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
fun is subjective, but chicago has an exciting nightlife. if you're under 21, there are gallery openings all over town every friday night. if you're over 21, there is even more to do. kingston mines has blues every single night, with many exciting legends making an appearance.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
there are cheap places to eat and drink, as well as expensive ones. if you're over 21, there's a bar called big joe's that has live turtle racing, and pitchers of beer for $8.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
the art school is associated with the art institute of chicago, which every student has free admission to. and there are plenty of unusual locations in the museum.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
saic makes the uncool kids popular.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
saic provides lots of opportunities to mingle with other students. nearly every country is represented and every social group. from the humanitarian group to salsa dancing, there's something for everyone.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
none that i know of.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
there is security present at all times, and card entry required for every single building.
saic provides a challenging and creative environment to sharpen your artistic skills. the staff is well equipped with experience and knowledge to give practical and helpful direction. the school is also located in one of the most exciting cities in the world, with a vibrant history and many opportunities to make your voice heard.
saic doesn't make it's students choose a discipline to focus on, which has it's pros and cons. it's very easy to get unfocused. i would recommend sitting down with an adviser, who will help you pick classes that with sharpen the skills you have and spark new ones.
the academic environment is challenging, but also driven by self-motivation. you're only going to get what you put into it. expect to spend a lot of time in the studio and doing a lot of personal research.
the dorms are clean and beautiful. i lived at 162 north state street, and met wonderful people on all floors. security is always present.
aside from being in the loop, which has lots of delicious options, the columbus building has a full cafeteria.
fun is subjective, but chicago has an exciting nightlife. if you're under 21, there are gallery openings all over town every friday night. if you're over 21, there is even more to do. kingston mines has blues every single night, with many exciting legends making an appearance.
there are cheap places to eat and drink, as well as expensive ones. if you're over 21, there's a bar called big joe's that has live turtle racing, and pitchers of beer for $8.
the art school is associated with the art institute of chicago, which every student has free admission to. and there are plenty of unusual locations in the museum.
saic makes the uncool kids popular.
saic provides lots of opportunities to mingle with other students. nearly every country is represented and every social group. from the humanitarian group to salsa dancing, there's something for everyone.
none that i know of.
there is security present at all times, and card entry required for every single building.