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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 'Chapman - Directing MFA Fall 26'
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- mysterionsleftnut
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Application 'NFTS Production Management for Film and TV'
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...- AnnieTheAvocado
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Application 'UCLA - Production/Directing - Narrative (2026)'
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...- featherless
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Application 'City College of New York MFA in Film'
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...- CLChou
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Application 'NFTS MFA - Producing - 2027'
It took me around two weeks to put together my...- Selina CHEN
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Application 'AFI MFA Editing - Fall 2026'
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...- Pryde Pierce
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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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Application 'AFI Screenwriting - 2026'
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...- bchemtrails13
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Application 'AFI Cinematography - Fall 2026'
Application process was difficult but rewarding. As this was my second time applying, I had learned from the first attempt and tried to level up the quality of the submissions, taking special care...- jonathanjlee
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It took me around two weeks to put together my...
- Film Program & Degree
- NFTS - Producing
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Apr 21, 2026
- Interview Notification Date
- May 13, 2026
- Interview Date
- Jun 1, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
So far so good. I can't say I remember much...
- Film Program & Degree
- NYU Tisch - Dramatic Writing MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 27, 2025
- Interview Date
- Mar 9, 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
First time applying
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Directing/Screenwriting MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Jan 12, 2026
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 15, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 27, 2026
- Willing to share application materials?
- No / Prefer not to share
First time applying. Anyone else apply?
- Film Program & Degree
- Syracuse - Film MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Jan 14, 2026
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 14, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 17, 2026
It was a process that had me creatively think...
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 14, 2025
- Interview Date
- Jan 11, 2026
The application process was great. It really...
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Peter Stark Producing Program
- Attempts
- Second Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 28, 2026
- Interview Date
- Feb 18, 2026
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
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
It has been pretty smooth. The application did...
- Film Program & Degree
- AFI - Screenwriting
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 15, 2026
- Interview Date
- Jan 23, 2026
I had a blast writing this application. I...
- Film Program & Degree
- AFI - Producing
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2025
Unlike other schools, NYU Tisch requires a...
- Film Program & Degree
- NYU Tisch - Design for Stage and Film MFA
- Submission Date
- Dec 28, 2023
It's my first time applying to this program. My application was a little rushed, but I hope I still get the opportunity to interview. I missed the 05/01 deadline, so the school granted me an extension until 5/03.
- Film Program & Degree
- NFTS - Producing
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- May 3, 2025
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Everything went well during the interview and...
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Directing/Screenwriting MFA
- Submission Date
- Dec 6, 2024
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 4, 2025
- Interview Date
- Feb 17, 2025
Pretty simple application as well. Just...
- Film Program & Degree
- NYU Tisch Dramatic Writing BFA
- Submission Date
- Dec 3, 2024
The application process was not bad! A...
- Film Program & Degree
- Columbia - Writing for Film & Television MFA
- Submission Date
- Dec 1, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 5, 2025
- Interview Date
- Feb 24, 2025
Second time applying, denied without interview the first time.
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Peter Stark Producing Program
- Attempts
- Second Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 30, 2025
- Interview Date
- Feb 19, 2025
First time applying
- Film Program & Degree
- UCLA - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Feb 22, 2025
- Interview Notification Date
- Feb 19, 2025
- Interview Date
- Feb 28, 2025
First time applying.
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Peter Stark Producing Program
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 15, 2024
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 31, 2025
- Interview Date
- Feb 10, 2025
First time applying.
- Film Program & Degree
- Chapman - Producing MFA
- Attempts
- First Time Applying
- Submission Date
- Nov 30, 2024
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 30, 2025
- Interview Date
- Feb 7, 2025
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