ArtsBridge College Admissions Archives

A Dancer’s Guide to College and Conservatory Admissions

ArtsBridge dance consultant Taryn Kaschock Russell shares firsthand advice on choosing college dance programs, building a school list, preparing prescreens and solos, and navigating auditions.

College Auditions and Prescreens: Seven Questions for the ArtsBridge Team

Six ArtsBridge team members answer seven questions about college auditions and prescreens, from choosing material and preparing early to program fit and audition myths.

How to Choose a College Consultant for an Arts Student

By Shaun Ramsay, Principal & Director of Educational Consulting October 2, 2026 Applying to college as an artist is different. Students pursuing acting, musical theater, dance, music, film, visual arts, fashion design, architecture, and other creative majors navigate the traditional college admissions process while often managing an entirely separate artistic process involving portfolios, pre-screens, auditions, […]

The Most Overrated Concept in the World of Admissions Essay Writing

By Matt Denis, ArtsBridge Essay & Writing CoachAugust 26, 2026 The most overrated concept in the world of admissions essay writing is “the hook.” I’ve spent nearly a decade in admissions consulting, and in that time I’ve worked one-on-one with hundreds of students on their Common App and supplementary essays. Like any other artistic medium, […]

ArtsBridge Class of 2026

Congratulations to the ArtsBridge Class of 2026! We are so proud of our College Consulting and ArtsBridge Programs Class of 2026!!!

The Art of Curriculum Planning

Why Academic Preparation Matters for High School Performing & Visual Arts Students As a high school student with a passion for the arts, it’s easy to get caught up in the creative process and overlook the importance of academic planning. However, for those looking to pursue a degree in the arts at the college level, […]

ArtsBridge Class of 2024

Congratulations to the ArtsBridge Class of 2024! We are so proud of our College Consulting and ArtsBridge Summer Classes of 2024!!!

ArtsBridge Class of 2023

Congratulations to the ArtsBridge Class of 2023! The 2023 admissions season has come to an end, and we at ArtsBridge are so proud of the success of our ArtsBridge Class of 2023, who were accepted into the colleges listed below.

What To Do When You’re Waitlisted

You’ve waited months for an admissions decision, only to find that you’re waitlisted at one of your top choice schools. How can you deal with this college decision purgatory? First: Understand what what a waitlist is, how it works, and what it means to be on one. This isn’t fun to hear, but it really […]