What prerequisites do you recommend taking before applying to a creative photography program? ?

Question

if my GPA is low..should i just go ahead and take a GRE or some other test?

Answer 1

Taking a GRE assumes you already have a Bachelors degree in something.

Check with the schools of your choice first and see what they require.  Many "art" schools know that a low GPA just means you are not an academic scholar and probably has nothing to do with your creative potential.

Answer 2

Before getting CREATIVE with your camera, it would pay off to properly understand all the basics. If you know the rules, you're more likely to be successful when breaking them. If you know what makes your camera "tick", you can predict and achieve the outcomes you're after.