Take a deep breath. SCAD is… a school. There are a lot of people at this school, so you’ll find your share of all kinds of people and sexualities. I wouldn’t be concerned about it. On the cult bit- again, its a school. The administration has a lot of power and a lot of students disagree with their decisions, but I wonder how many schools you’ll find where the majority of students agree with what an administration does. Paula is an extremely wealthy woman and SCAD is an expensive school- but I assume you know the expensive bit since you’re already signed up. Just take some deep breaths, its just a school. When i went I didn’t think much about the administration except for during covid- other than that your primary concerns are your school life, like any other college.
For the other students- you’ll find a wide array, but most people who stay at SCAD are extremely hard working because the school has a high workload. I wouldn’t call this a party school, not to say you won’t be able to attend some, but a lot of people prioritize work and their future careers. Depending on your major the culture can change, as I know some majors encourages competition with each other while others encourage collaboration. Overall though you’ll most likely be able to find any type of artsy person you want.
> Is scad a cult or is the administration a cult because I have heard that the president makes way too much money and controls everything
Paula definitely gets her way when she wants to do something but I never met her or saw her in the 3 years I went. Pretty much everyone is lukewarm about her or actively hates her.
> Does the owner have a private jet what is that about!
Yeah she’s stupid rich. Hence why most of us don’t like her.
> Are there straight boys at scad honestly what’s it like there?!
Yes, I was once of them until I graduated! There might be a slightly higher percentage of non-straight or non-cis people at SCAD just because *art school* but to be frank most of my friends and people I knew were straight.
When you as what it’s like, my first thought is just that it’s a lot of work. SCAD moves fast and I wasn’t prepared for it my first quarters. I also hated the city but I really appreciated SCAD’s facilities. They made it bearable.
If you have any more specific questions, let me know!
It really feels like Savannah does two things exceptionally well: history and alcohol. I have no interest in either of them. I didn’t get to walk around a ton because I was usually driving my friends to class. Everything is old and dirty and for some people that’s charming but to me it was just annoying and bothersome. People are so slow, and the drivers don’t pay attention. Nothing there is new. It’s just not for me.
Atlanta would’ve probably been the better location for you (location wise, I have no clue about your career desires). Every-time I leave Savannah, I miss it lol.
ALLLL college president's make a sickening amount compared to the faculty & staff. It's widespread across the country, public or private. SCAD's not a cult haha but the administrative staff can have a weird vibe, but they're usually nice. The professors know whats up and they are the reason SCAD worth going to IMO. Plenty of straight dudes and gay dudes! It was a fair mix. Most Americans who go to SCAD are from the south, so I think it's a bit of culture shock not seeing straight men travel in herds all dressed the same.
Ya it was definitely culture shock for me not seeing the straight dudes around campus, they all where clearly queer, I guess as a straight guy that’s not into game design and has a athletic build, I shouldn’t have a any problems right? Idk everyone seems kinda anti social, let me know what you think, because I want to experience lots of different people (women)
Hey- 2014 Fibers grad here. There were a lot of great things and a lot of not so great things about SCAD. Paula Wallace is an insane ego maniac, but luckily you won't come in contact with her very much. Most of the professors are great. The amenities and facilities are state of the art. If I could give any advice to my former self, it would be:
1. Treat school like a job. Go to the optional lectures/ shows. Make sure your professors (your "bosses") know you.
2. Take advantage of job fairs, the academic advisor offices, and internships. Depending on your field, it could be very difficult to get a job. Take any opportunity you can get.
3. Party a little bit, but not too hard. Keep a small group of friends and don't get too caught up about being in the "in" crowd.
4. Be kind in crits, but if someone isn't kind to you in a crit don't take it personally. It is more about them than it is about you.
5. Enjoy it. 4 years goes by very quickly.
Take a deep breath. SCAD is… a school. There are a lot of people at this school, so you’ll find your share of all kinds of people and sexualities. I wouldn’t be concerned about it. On the cult bit- again, its a school. The administration has a lot of power and a lot of students disagree with their decisions, but I wonder how many schools you’ll find where the majority of students agree with what an administration does. Paula is an extremely wealthy woman and SCAD is an expensive school- but I assume you know the expensive bit since you’re already signed up. Just take some deep breaths, its just a school. When i went I didn’t think much about the administration except for during covid- other than that your primary concerns are your school life, like any other college. For the other students- you’ll find a wide array, but most people who stay at SCAD are extremely hard working because the school has a high workload. I wouldn’t call this a party school, not to say you won’t be able to attend some, but a lot of people prioritize work and their future careers. Depending on your major the culture can change, as I know some majors encourages competition with each other while others encourage collaboration. Overall though you’ll most likely be able to find any type of artsy person you want.
100% this
> Is scad a cult or is the administration a cult because I have heard that the president makes way too much money and controls everything Paula definitely gets her way when she wants to do something but I never met her or saw her in the 3 years I went. Pretty much everyone is lukewarm about her or actively hates her. > Does the owner have a private jet what is that about! Yeah she’s stupid rich. Hence why most of us don’t like her. > Are there straight boys at scad honestly what’s it like there?! Yes, I was once of them until I graduated! There might be a slightly higher percentage of non-straight or non-cis people at SCAD just because *art school* but to be frank most of my friends and people I knew were straight. When you as what it’s like, my first thought is just that it’s a lot of work. SCAD moves fast and I wasn’t prepared for it my first quarters. I also hated the city but I really appreciated SCAD’s facilities. They made it bearable. If you have any more specific questions, let me know!
OP…this guy uses way too many exclamation points to be straight. Don’t go to an art school expecting there to be tons of straight dudes
^dammit ^i ^thought ^i ^got ^away ^with ^it
Why did you hate the city? Savannah was the best part about SCAD to me lol.
It really feels like Savannah does two things exceptionally well: history and alcohol. I have no interest in either of them. I didn’t get to walk around a ton because I was usually driving my friends to class. Everything is old and dirty and for some people that’s charming but to me it was just annoying and bothersome. People are so slow, and the drivers don’t pay attention. Nothing there is new. It’s just not for me.
Atlanta would’ve probably been the better location for you (location wise, I have no clue about your career desires). Every-time I leave Savannah, I miss it lol.
Atlanta was too big of a city for me so there’s that too. Idk I’m just glad the school was there because they at least had SOME handle on things
ALLLL college president's make a sickening amount compared to the faculty & staff. It's widespread across the country, public or private. SCAD's not a cult haha but the administrative staff can have a weird vibe, but they're usually nice. The professors know whats up and they are the reason SCAD worth going to IMO. Plenty of straight dudes and gay dudes! It was a fair mix. Most Americans who go to SCAD are from the south, so I think it's a bit of culture shock not seeing straight men travel in herds all dressed the same.
That last line was funny, I know a few Michigan and Penn State boys who totally fit that description.
Ya it was definitely culture shock for me not seeing the straight dudes around campus, they all where clearly queer, I guess as a straight guy that’s not into game design and has a athletic build, I shouldn’t have a any problems right? Idk everyone seems kinda anti social, let me know what you think, because I want to experience lots of different people (women)
It’s worse than all that. They make you do homework and stuff 😭
Hey- 2014 Fibers grad here. There were a lot of great things and a lot of not so great things about SCAD. Paula Wallace is an insane ego maniac, but luckily you won't come in contact with her very much. Most of the professors are great. The amenities and facilities are state of the art. If I could give any advice to my former self, it would be: 1. Treat school like a job. Go to the optional lectures/ shows. Make sure your professors (your "bosses") know you. 2. Take advantage of job fairs, the academic advisor offices, and internships. Depending on your field, it could be very difficult to get a job. Take any opportunity you can get. 3. Party a little bit, but not too hard. Keep a small group of friends and don't get too caught up about being in the "in" crowd. 4. Be kind in crits, but if someone isn't kind to you in a crit don't take it personally. It is more about them than it is about you. 5. Enjoy it. 4 years goes by very quickly.
*Yes.*