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Over 150 students attended Ringling College of Art and Design’s annual Accepted Student Day, which celebrates the prospective students who have been accepted to the College. The group of almost 400 represented seven countries and 27 states.

Students had the opportunity to meet faculty and their future classmates. Representatives from student clubs welcomed the incoming students with information, swag, and props from their clubs. The social media Street Team operated a photo booth in front of the green wall in the Larry R. Thompson Academic Center for students to have instant portraits taken as they waited to tour the Campus. 

The mood was fun as guests ate popsicles, listened to the live band, and had custom rings engraved at an engraved jewelry pop-up. President of Ringling College Dr. Larry R. Thompson gave a welcoming talk during lunch at Cunniffe Commons. 

We asked a few of our incoming students why they chose Ringling College:

Incoming Motion Design major Sophie shared her reason, “Ringling has been my dream school since I was 12 years old.”

“I feel the Ringling College of Art and Design is a place where I can grow as an artist. I hope to continue my journey as an artist, connecting, learning, and understanding with different people, interests, and exciting ideas,” shared incoming Game Art major Lucas. 

Incoming Computer Animation student Giancarlo said, “I believe Ringling will inspire me to become the best version of myself I can be.”

A jeweler engraved custom rings as a token of Accepted Student Day. 

Game Art major Natasha said, “I have wanted to work in art and animation ever since I was little. When I saw examples of work from people who graduated from here, it inspired me to try harder to do the same and go here as well.”

Film major Bastien shared, “When I visited the campus, I fell in love with the environment, and the people who toured me around were awesome. The Film program also seemed to be really awesome—and the equipment was outstanding. I knew I was home when I went there. They also will provide me with the best opportunity after I get out of college and I just know this is the right choice.”

“I attended PreCollege in 2023, and it showed me how amazing and helpful Ringling professors and programs are. It makes me feel way better about my future in a creative field,” incoming Illustration major Ava shared.  

Visual Studies major Lily said, “I have chosen to attend because this is an opportunity to attend one of the best art schools in the world and enhance and shape my skills.”

Find more information on the annual event on our website. For more information on applying contact our admissions office at admissions@ringling.edu.