I just got my boat rocked this morning when I received my acceptance letter to NYU's spring 2011 program. That is so soon! I live in San Francisco and I can't imagine how different life will be in a few short months if I go there.
I'm hoping I can get some advice from people who have gone through the program before, or anyone who has researched it. My questions are below:
1. I have heard that the program is a little disorganized because it is so new. Did you feel well prepared and guided. How was the workload? Challenging but relevant, I hope.
2.Is it possible to work on the weekends? I also have a boyfriend that I love mucho, but will be leaving in San Francisco. In terms of schedule and workload, will I be able to visit him on the weekends? Is there any vacation time to spend with him?
3. I'm assuming that cost of living is outrageous in NY. Where are the best places to live and how do you find them? Is craigslist the usual route?
4. Overall impressions of the school, the staff, and living in NY would be greatly appreciated!! I know it will be challenging but exactly how stressful is it? Do you feel supported?
I have to give a deposit in 2 weeks!! I'm freaking out because I won't have heard from the other schools I have applied to yet. It would be way to risky to turn down NYU hoping I get into a school here in SF, Samuel Merritt. Oh life!
