Art Schools in North Carolina

I'm a rising junior with a lot of love for art, and I've been searching for good art schools in North Carolina. Does anyone have suggestions or experiences they could share?

Sure, there are a number of excellent art schools within North Carolina that you could consider. They all have various strengths and focus areas, so you'll want to think about the specifics of what you're looking for in an art program as well.

1. University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA): This school, located in Winston-Salem, has a very strong arts program, particularly notable for its programs in film, music, and theatre, but they offer fine arts studies as well.

2. North Carolina State University (NCSU): While this is primarily known as a STEM school, it has a College of Design that includes programs in graphic design and art with concentrations in animation, new media, and interactive design.

3. East Carolina University (ECU): ECU has a School of Art and Design, that offers areas of study like animation/interactive design, illustration, sculpture, and textile design among others.

4. Appalachian State University: Located in Boone, it offers a comprehensive art program including art history, art management, graphic design, studio art, etc.

In most cases, these schools will want to see a portfolio as part of your admissions application. That'll be your chance to showcase your creativity, technical skill, and personal style. Remember, visiting the campus and talking to current students or professors in the art programs could be really helpful for getting a sense of whether the program could be the right fit for you.