I'm thinking of applying to Miami Ad School Europe (Hamburg or Berlin) or VCU Brandcenter. Any thoughts on the two schools? How tough is it to get in? Thanks in advance :)

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I went to MASE in Hamburg and it was the best thing I could have done. Really strong school and the internship program got me my first job. Plus I still have a crew of friends from there 10 years later. It’s about how much you put in, but it was totally worth it for me. And Germany is also a great place to spend a year in.

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They pretty much take everybody who looks eager enough to wanna go there, but within the first two quarters the ones that shouldn’t be there fall away usually. We had 3 students quit because it wasn’t for them. It’s a lot of work and competitive in a good way. This was 10 years ago, might be different by now.

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As a MAS grad, international student and a Copywriter, here’s my suggestion. Focus on awards, right from the start. That’s the only way to get a job in the US. Germany schools put in a lot of hard work and actually have twice the classes that US schools do. But- there are way more ADs then CWs in Germany schools. I say use that to your advantage to produce beautiful work that US based MAS students rarely come close to achieving. But- your actual copy classes might not be as good so prepare to put in more hard work on your own. Best of luck in everything 🎈

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Thank you for the kind words and the insight! Will definitely have this in mind. I'm very eager to work on that.

Miami ad school Hamburg

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Having just graduated from Miami Ad school...I recommend VCU. MAS is just not what it used to be.

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The Berlin school is the best out of all locations so if you want to enroll, go there.

Going to Brandcenter was a pivotal decision in my life. But, it was an expensive decision. For me, it’s paying off because of hard work (plenty of people just coast while at BC) and a ton of luck.

I will say that some of my classmates who required visas to get jobs in the states struggled. Most places aren’t interested in sponsoring visas for Jr. positions.

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Thanks! Will consider that last bit about the visas. :)

They’re both great. I went to Brandcenter, so I’m obviously biased but I really loved it there. Out of curiosity: are you European or would you apply to VCU on and F1 Student Visa?
If so, that’s exactly what I did and I’d love to help you out. DM me.

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Thanks for this! I'm from Southeast Asia, though. I think we have a different process here. But is it okay if I DM you with some questions? :D

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Totally!

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I went to Miami Ad School. They do provide good internships and opportunities to work and go to school abroad. All of my teachers were working professionals- that was great for making some initial industry contacts that I didn’t previously have. Some students fooled around, some were serious. Those that made a solid effort got jobs. 

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I’ve never met a Miami grad at any agency. But I’ve met a ton of Circus grads and a handful of VCU grads.

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I can’t say anything about getting a job as an int’l applicant, but what I can say is that I work with lots of people who went to BC, Circus, MAS, SVC etc. and even though I didn’t get an expensive master’s degree, we ended up in the same place. They may have had an easier time getting “in” at a good agency, but I definitely saved lots of money but just working hard, being willing to move anywhere for a good opportunity, and taking chances!

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@ACD1 I completely agree. That's actually one of my reasons in applying. I want to break in the industry abroad and I think studying in the schools will definitely give me a leg up.

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