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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 '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 '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 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 '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 '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 - 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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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 'DRAMATIC WRITING MFA FALL 2026 NYU TISCH'
It's gone well! I completely rewrote my pilot like three days before it was due, which probably wasn't the best decision, but I ended up being really happy with it. I had two really solid...- toucanna
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Good! I felt like there was more leeway with...
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Directing/Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 9, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 3, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 17, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- Yes (DM me privately)
Had my first interview. I think it went very well but very very nervous. I don't know how to wait and hear back. But I heard that having an interview is good?
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 23, 2026
- Interview Date
- Jan 24, 2026
The application process was generally clear...
- Film Program & Degree
- DePaul - Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 14, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 16, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 5, 2026
- Decision Notification Date
- Feb 11, 2026
first time applying
- Film Program & Degree
- Stanford MFA in Documentary Film
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 30, 2025
Heard back about the interviews pretty quick...
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Directing/Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 10, 2024
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 5, 2025
- Interview Date
- Mar 5, 2025
- Decision Notification Date
- Apr 2, 2025
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
Applied with an undergraduate thesis script.
- Film Program & Degree
- Boston University - Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Jan 3, 2025
- Decision Notification Date
- Mar 19, 2025
I applied back in December and haven't heard...
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Directing/Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 13, 2025
This application process was definitely the...
- Film Program & Degree
- Northwestern - Writing for Screen and Stage MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 2, 2025
I think my application is strong, one thing...
- Film Program & Degree
- NYU Tisch - Graduate Film MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
My application was for the University of Texas at Austin’s MFA Screenwriting program. This is my second attempt at applying to their MFA radio-tv-broadcast program.
- Film Program & Degree
- UT Austin - Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- Second Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
- Willing to share application materials?
- Yes (DM me privately)
Website was a little bit confusing but it all...
- Film Program & Degree
- UT Austin - Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 30, 2025
Application was a little bit tricky.
Most of...
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Writing for Film & Television MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 4, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 4, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 12, 2026
waiting for the interview. I heard NYU just...
- Film Program & Degree
- NYU Tisch - Graduate Film MFA
- Attempts
- Second Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
The application itself was fine, getting...
- Film Program & Degree
- Northwestern - Writing for Screen and Stage MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 2, 2025
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
Good! Very straight forward. They are clear...
- Film Program & Degree
- AFI - Directing
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 15, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 2, 2026
It’s been good, just waiting and hoping to...
- Film Program & Degree
- NYU Tisch - Graduate Film MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 30, 2025
I got my interview invite on Feb 3! nervous...
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Directing/Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2026
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 3, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 27, 2026
First time applying & am an international student!
- Film Program & Degree
- NYU Tisch - Graduate Film MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 19, 2025
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
-First time applying
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2023
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 16, 2024
- Interview Date
- Jan 19, 2024
- Decision Notification Date
- Feb 20, 2024
Second time applying and spent more time on my...
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- Second Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2023
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 18, 2024
- Interview Date
- Jan 21, 2024
- Decision Notification Date
- Feb 20, 2024
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