Schooling/online Learning Photography?

Im looking to take classes/online or school for Photography. I was wondering if anyone knew of any good online schools or classes or if you know of any good schools? I live in NY about 40 min north of NYC. Thanks!

RISD. It was at one time of the very best schools for photography in the country. Still good from what I understand.

Thank you! Ill look into it!

The New York Institute of Photography (NYIP) has a good rep!

"classes/online" for what purpose?
If you're a self-starter & just want to improve your general knowledge, I think that the i-net is a faster way to learn.

PhotosGuy wrote in post #16571425
"classes/online" for what purpose?
If you're a self-starter & just want to improve your general knowledge, I think that the i-net is a faster way to learn.

^^ What he said!

What is I-Net?

CSuman wrote in post #16583415
What is I-Net?

I assume he means the internet

Online photography school is a waste of money. As was already pointed out, there is an endless supply of educational material freely available on the Internet. That should suffice for anyone who is disciplined and motivated enough to do self-study.

Now, on-ground art classes are usually a completely different (better) experience. If you're looking to spend money -- and get your money's worth -- then highly recommend taking an in-person class or two at your local community college or university.

Depending on many things including your goals and previous academic experiences you may be interested the the Pratt Institute's department of photography.

CactusJuice wrote in post #16586171
Online photography school is a waste of money. As was already pointed out, there is an endless supply of educational material freely available on the Internet. That should suffice for anyone who is disciplined and motivated enough to do self-study.

Now, on-ground art classes are usually a completely different (better) experience. If you're looking to spend money -- and get your money's worth -- then highly recommend taking an in-person class or two at your local community college or university.

I agree, get a real education (not an online 'photo degree' !)

I take some classes at ICP in NYC. They have some good continuing education classes as well as an MFA program, etc...

CactusJuice wrote in post #16586171
Online photography school is a waste of money. As was already pointed out, there is an endless supply of educational material freely available on the Internet. That should suffice for anyone who is disciplined and motivated enough to do self-study.

The problem for a beginner is that the "endless supply" is mostly junk. The internet has an overwhelming amount of YouTube videos and blogs created by "experts" who just figured out which side of the camera to point at the subject, bad information in forums, and commentary designed solely to garner hits rather than inform by the likes of Hogan and Rockwell. A rank beginner faces a difficult task separating the good advice from the bad and will waste a lot of time and effort doing so. Taking a class or workshop, online or in person, from an established, reputable source is a much more efficient way to learn the basics.