Make no mistake that this immersive will challenge you—it's a major time and financial commitment—but if you're motivated and up to the task it's worth it. I'd say a large part of what you'll get out of this program is contingent upon what you're willing to put into the experience. Pay attention during the class lectures, leverage your class time and 1:1s with instructors to ask questions and get feedback. Lean into your peers, exchange ideas, experiences, and resources with them, and connect with people who will help you and hold you accountable. While I sometimes found the lectures and instruction only scratched the surface of certain topics, and was disappointed that others weren't covered at all, the foundational material and group projects were enough to help me build a portfolio, land interviews, and secure a position shortly after completing the program. I also built meaningful personal and professional connections with some of my classmates. Your level of satisfaction with the program may vary depending on the quality of instruction and feedback given by the instructional team (lead instructors and instructional associates). But again, if you're self-motivated and driven, you can take what you need from the experience and use it as a building block to grow your skillset and knowledge. I'm glad I decided to apply and happy with what I was able to get from the program. If you're thinking about applying make sure you do your research—talk with other folks who've gone through the same program and look into funding opportunities (they exist and are available!). |