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...
Application was relatively straightforward. Only bothersome part was the self portrait video but that’s more of a reflection of me than the program itself
Straight forward so far with consistent communication from the NFTS.
There were 5-6 additional questions on the portal that were not declared on the webpage for the course program. Just to be...
This was my first time applying, and the process was straightforward and smooth. I submitted a one-page personal statement, a portfolio (under 15 minutes), a written sample (documentary...
Spent the majority of the time working on the treatment. In the end, I felt that it was fairly strong. However, I was revising my Statement of Purpose and Personal Statement up until the deadline...
It took me around two weeks to put together my materials. I used the portfolio I created for another school and tweaked it according to the guidelines of NFTS. I also attended the online open day...
Well enough. It mainly only consisted of me deciding what two editing examples I wanted to send for consideration and making a narrative statement specifically focused on my editing background...
Application process was pretty chill. I was already applying to other MFA programs and was grateful AFI wanted three pages of personal statement instead of one or two because it was more...
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...
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It required good amount od documents and supporting materials. I started my application 2.5 weeks before the deadline and I was still filling out some documents on the...
I am currently working as a Production Assistant at Allama Iqbal Open University, Pakistan. With a background in Mass Communication, I have been actively involved in media production want to improve my skills and get knowledge.
Film Program & Degree
University of Michigan BA
Submission Date
Sep 21, 2024
Interview Notification Date
Sep 23, 2024
Interview Date
Sep 25, 2024
Decision Notification Date
Sep 26, 2024
Admitted Off Waitlist Date
Jan 6, 2025
Scholarship Notification
Sep 30, 2024
Willing to share application materials?
Yes (attached or included with this logged application entry)
I submitted a 120 page feature film that I wrote through taking a few NYFA courses. It went through an entire round of edits based on teacher feedback.
This is also my first time applying for any MFA program.
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