High school students and their parents from across the country traveled to Sarasota this weekend to spend their Saturday learning about 红杏视频. More than 300 students and their families attended the event, bringing an estimated 850 people to campus.
During the Fall 2022 Open House, guests had the opportunity to learn more about the College鈥檚 13 different undergraduate majors, explore the student life and housing programs, and get tips on preparing their portfolios, seeking out financial assistance, and applying for admissions.
鈥淚t鈥檚 so important for students who are interested in coming to Ringling to meet our students and our faculty and staff, and really experience what it鈥檚 like to be a student here 鈥� and see firsthand what a beautiful place Sarasota is,鈥� said Dr. Jason Good, vice president for enrollment management and marketing.
The event was the largest open house since the COVID pandemic began in March 2019 and was nearly canceled due to the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian.
Guests also had the opportunity to tour campus, meet with the faculty, and visit campus galleries. Representatives from campus clubs and organizations shared information with guests and handed out free swag. The day ended with a discussion with college President Dr. Larry Thompson about innovation and technology 鈥� and why creativity is the most important skill to have in the 21st century and in the future.
鈥満煨邮悠� is the place that is really dedicated to preparing students for success in tomorrow鈥檚 world,鈥� said Dr. Thompson. 鈥淲e are positioning them to emerge as leaders in an economy that relies heavily on creative skills and design thinking. And, we are committed to helping our students turn their creative passions into their professions.鈥�
Highly regarded as one of the top art and design schools in the United States, more than 3,000 students from across the world apply to Ringling each year. Some of the most highly competitive majors include the Computer Animation and Motion Design majors. The Computer Animation program is ranked #1 in the world by The Rookies, while the Motion Design program is ranked #1 in the United States. And, the College鈥檚 Game Art program is ranked #1 in the United States.
Applications are now open for the 2023-24 school year and Ringling鈥檚 Spring 2023 Open House will be held Saturday, Feb. 11.
For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at 941-309-0195 or admissions@ringling.edu.
