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NFTS MFA SCREENWRITING - 2027Sorry to hear you got denied.
Did you apply elsewhere as well?
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Masters in Film - Screen Academy Scotland/ENU - Fall 2026I incorrectly assumed deadline for ENU/SAS was June 30th and I was running out of time. The language in my personal statement was a bit lapse and...- Bees&Bovines
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Application 'NFTS Directing Animation 2027'
smooth process so far, good communication from the school when I had questions about the process. sent over relevant documents about the workshop well in advance so able to prepare- kerastase
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Application 'NFTS MFA SCREENWRITING - 2027'
First time applying so a little nerve racking. It was interesting to learn what they expect from you as it has changed from when I've looked into in previous years. The questions seem pretty open...- blutomato
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Application 'NYU Film MFA'
Applied to NYU Film MFA with a primary interest in cinematography, though I'm also interested in directing. Received an invite for an interview on February 4. Still deciding whether I'll do...- parisiantexan
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Application 'NYU Dramatic Writing - 2026'
this was a long journey but also my dream school! almost gave up but this experience taught me it's not over til its over. truly. happy to talk to anyone applying for this next year 2027!- ladybug
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Application 'Masters in Film - Screen Academy Scotland/ENU - Fall 2026'
I was going to go to Vancouver Film School's Filmmaker program in June but got my study permit rejected(more details in Personal Statement). After the rejection, I decided to look elsewhere. My...- Bees&Bovines
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Application 'AFI MFA Screenwriting'
The application was very straightforward, and easy because I had it mostly prepared from last year. I changed my writing sample and updated my statement of purpose.- eepybee
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Application 'AFI Cinematography - Fall 2026'
Graduated from Northwestern University last year with a Radio/Television/Film degree and decided to apply to AFI because I don't think I got the technical knowledge or rigorous instruction I need...- parisiantexan
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Application 'Lodz Film School Directing MFA - Fall 2020'
The application process has IV different stages, including practical and written exams, as well as two interviews.- macieekt
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Application 'LMU - Production 2017'
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Application 'AFI - Producing 2026'
Second time applying, but initially applied for Cinematography last year. I interviewed with Sandy Stern and Nikit Doshi. Sad I was waitlisted, but I think I would be a lot more upset if I hadn't...- mgm0286
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First time applying for admission the fall after completing undergrad
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Peter Stark Producing Program
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 17, 2025
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 6, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
The application process was pretty...
- Film Program & Degree
- Emerson - MFA Writing for Film and Television
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 19, 2025
- Decision Notification Date
- Feb 24, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
My first time applying was surprised I got accepted in so excited I’m transitioning from acting to screenwriting.
- Film Program & Degree
- DePaul - Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 17, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 16, 2026
- Interview Date
- Jan 28, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Feb 11, 2026
First time applying
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Peter Stark Producing Program
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2025
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 6, 2026
Very easy. I uploaded the materials and I...
- Film Program & Degree
- UCLA - Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Oct 30, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 15, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 5, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Feb 24, 2026
FSU's College of Motion Picture Arts website...
- Film Program & Degree
- Florida State University - Screenwriting
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 20, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 14, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 2, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- Yes (DM me privately)
Good, I am a BFA graduate from DePaul, so I...
- Film Program & Degree
- DePaul - Creative Producing MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Jan 24, 2026
- Interview Notification Date
- Dec 15, 2025
- Interview Date
- Feb 12, 2026
My FSU interview went well, the admissions board did their best to make all the applicants comfortable and calm any anxiety. I felt like they really wanted to get to know each applicant better on a personal level. Hoping for the best!
- Film Program & Degree
- Florida State University - Screenwriting
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 20, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 14, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 3, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- Yes (attached or included with this logged application entry)
The application process was quite simple and...
- Film Program & Degree
- DePaul - Creative Producing MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 15, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 31, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 12, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 3, 2026
applied end of October, interviewed end of...
- Film Program & Degree
- UCLA - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Oct 29, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 10, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 22, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Feb 28, 2026
First time applying, US based, very limited film experience
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Directing/Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 15, 2025
BU has the most singular application process...
- Film Program & Degree
- Boston University - Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 10, 2025
First time applying
- Film Program & Degree
- UCLA - Documentary MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 1, 2025
- Decision Notification Date
- Feb 27, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- Yes (DM me privately)
Application went well. I also applied to USC...
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Peter Stark Producing Program
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 21, 2026
- Interview Date
- Jan 28, 2026
2nd time applying, was waitlisted the previous...
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- Second Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 13, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Dec 26, 2025
- Interview Date
- Dec 31, 2025
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 3, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
Second time applying. Trying to be as authentic as I can.
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- Second Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 17, 2025
- Interview Date
- Jan 21, 2025
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 3, 2025
- Willing to share application materials?
- Yes (DM me privately)
Pretty stress-free application
- Film Program & Degree
- Ohio - MFA Film
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Jan 6, 2026
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 19, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 23, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 2, 2026
Prompt-based writing samples.
- Film Program & Degree
- Florida State University - Screenwriting
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 30, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 20, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 14, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 2, 2026
The application was straight forward. They ask for a Statement of Intent, Creative Portfolio List, a Narrative Scene, Resume, Screenplay, your College Transcripts and then a Transformational Moment Essay with 2 Letters of Recommendation!
- Film Program & Degree
- Chapman - The Showrunner Program (MFA)
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 14, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 23, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 4, 2026
Waitlisted with very, very little film experience.
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 6, 2026
- Interview Date
- Jan 9, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 2, 2026
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