/ic/ - Artwork/Critique

>Go to local university, supported by financial aid but the expected quality of education is dubious at best and no industry connections done through the school, also forced to take filler imaginary classes that have nothing to do with your degree that wastes time
>Pay 850 bucks per course for an online academy, highly regarded but non-accredited so ineligible for financial aid but a significantly higher chance of making industry connections or getting a mentor. Classes are Ala Carte so no filler bullshit
>succumbing to the loan jew and going to one of "the" art schools in Cali-shitta or Shit York City or Leafland, going hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt for a reputable degree and solid connections but no guarantee of a job outside of school, easily the worst of the 3 options
I can see how a lot of artists get filtered and give up going pro just from recognizing that these are the only 3 options