I Graduated From A "Top 25 Music School"!

Going back to school is always on the mind of someone who may feel trapped or confused as to where their life is going. Almost three years ago today, I was in this position. Like most young adults fresh out of high school, I began working in retail. I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life. After five years of doing nothing but working, I was very unhappy. I knew I needed a change.

I began to reflect back to my high school years and thought why at that time my life felt so blissful. Of course, paying bills came to my mind first; as that was a huge luxury every kid has when they live with their parents. But then I thought of music! Music was what got me through every day. I loved listening to my iPod every morning on my way to school, playing the piano at every chance I could, and being a part of my school’s amazingly talented choir. Music is what gave my life that bright beam of light, and I would give anything to get it back.

The next day without any more hesitation, I went to my computer and began my Google search for music schools. That’s when I was first introduced to Full Sail University. It actually was one of the first search results that I was given. Following the link to their website, I fell in love with this University. The pictures of the campus were breathtaking, and the programs offered were exactly what I was looking for. At that moment, a feeling of warmth and happiness had come over me that I hadn’t felt in a very long time. My life had a purpose again; I knew that I needed to attend this school.

It turns out that the University I chose was one of the best in the country. For the consecutive fourth year in a row, The Hollywood Reporter has featured Full Sail University in their “Top 25 Music Schools” list (THR Staff, 2016). The article also mentions the notable Alumni: Grammy Award-winning producer Sebastian Krys, and Academy Award-winning sound mixer Gary Rizzo. This list of schools includes many of the most prestigious music schools in the US: Yale School of Music, Berklee College of Music, The Julliard School, and more (THR Staff, 2016).

At this point, I gotta admit, that after two months of graduation, I still am unemployed. However, I continue to hold my head high and apply, apply, apply. I know my career is still out there yet, especially after hearing great news like this.

So for every college grad out there still looking to jump-start your career, don’t give up! Stay positive, and keep envisioning your great success to come.

References

THR Staff. (2016, November 23). USC - The Top 25 Music Schools 2016. Retrieved December 15, 2016, from http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/top-25-music-schools-2016-949274/item/usc-25-music-schools-2016-949278