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...
The application was a lot like the other state schools that I have submitted to, where it is straightforward and to the point. I teach middle school, so I had most of the summer to figure out all...
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...
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...
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...
The process is interesting. Except for the usual materials like portfolio and personal statement, Chapman also requires a video showcasing your personal life. It's pretty unique to me, at least in...
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The process went very well. Having to fly to Florida for the interview was a challenge to fit in my schedule but it was very fun and I made friends during the interview.
This is my first time applying. The application went quite smoothly as they provided extensive guidelines and requirements. My portfolio consists of my job experience as a distributor/sales for...
1st time applying to LMU’s SFTV program! I have my bachelors in creative writing from FSU and work as a freelance practical SFX artist! Loved the application for LMU as it allows you to show off who you are as a writer rather than conforming to prompts!
Film Program & Degree
LMU - Writing for the Screen MFA
Attempts
First Time Applying
Submission Date
Nov 15, 2025
Interview Notification Date
Feb 11, 2025
Interview Date
Feb 23, 2026
Decision Notification Date
Mar 17, 2026
Willing to share application materials?
Yes (attached or included with this logged application entry)
This is my first time applying to LMU, and to any Screenwriting Graduate Program. I have low expectations, knowing that many of these programs are highly competitive, but the experience itself has been very worthwhile!
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