Fulfilling your dream of going to film school doesn't have to come at a steep cost. These nationally celebrated, highly affordable BA and BFA film programs make film school affordable — and for some students, free.
We ranked these film school programs according to tuition, strength of curriculum, room and board for on-campus students, cost of living (including food and typical rents for off-campus housing), and extracurricular activities.
FSU CMPA consistently ranks among the top film schools in the nation, proving that film students can excel outside of major film hubs. Each year, FSU CMPA enrolls only 215 BFA and MFA students. In 2021, filmmaker-in-residence Valerie Scoon was nominated for a 2021 Suncoast Regional Emmy Award® for her stunning documentary Invisible History: Middle Florida’s Hidden Roots.
FSU CMPA continues to receive praise for offering opportunities for underrepresented filmmakers. In 2020, FSU CMPA implemented a Diverse Voices in Cinema Grant and an Equity Scholarship. Its alumni network is broad, diverse, and highly accomplished.
(You might have heard of Barry Jenkins, the groundbreaking filmmaker behind the Oscar-winning film Moonlight).
Tuition costs $6,466 for Florida residents and $21,683 for non-Florida residents. Film equipment costs only $350 for the academic year. Tallahassee’s cost of living is 4% below the national average, and room and board per semester costs only $3,510 (shared suite) or $3,970 (single suite).
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
To find out how to apply to FSU CMPA and increase your odds of acceptance, read FilmSchool.org's exclusive interview with Paige Roberts, Head of Admissions.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to FSU CMPA in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application.)
CSUN CTVA is located less than 40 minutes outside of Hollywood and combines state-of-the-art facilities with high affordability. CSUN is also home to the Gallery of Film Poster Art, the largest and most comprehensive collection of film posters at a university in America. In 2020, CSUN CTVA alumni Arielle Kilker and Ryan Mallick received Emmy Awards for their work on RuPaul’s Drag Race and Cheer, respectively.
California residents taking seven or more units per semester pay $7,314 in tuition. Non-California residents pay $10,086. RentCafe calls Northridge the “the jewel of the San Fernando Valley" for budget-seeking students and young professionals for good reason: a one bedroom typically rents for $1,894 per month. Room and board for on-campus students costs only $1,481 per month.
The CTVA Scholarships and Awards Committee reviews scholarship applications in the spring. Film students are eligible for The Hollywood Foreign Press Association Film Scholarship, Abraham L. Polonsky Undergraduate Award in Screenwriting, and the Dean’s Award (exclusive to freshmen and juniors). Scholarships worth $1,000 or more are distributed between the spring and fall.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to CSUN CTVA in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application.)
UNCSA School of Filmmaking in the School of the Arts replicates the feel of studying in Los Angeles minus the high cost of living. In 2021, The Wrap ranked the School of Filmmaking no. 10 in its annual list of the top 50 film schools. Its excellent reputation and rigorous conservatory setting are ideal for undergraduates serious about becoming filmmakers.
North Carolina’s film industry has been making a comeback over the last year, with a record high of $416 million spent on in-state film and television productions. UNCSA offers a BFA in Filmmaking with several concentrations. Thanks to the leadership of Dean Susan Ruskin, UNCSA's film program has grown by 23% in the past decade. But class sizes remain small, and the program fully funds students' films. Undergraduates also have access to an on-campus movie lot.
North Carolina residents pay $6,497 in tuition per year. Non-North Carolina residents pay $23,731. Equipment fees are slightly steep at $1,495 for the academic year, but film students enjoy unlimited access. Room and board cost $4,200 (shared suite) or $4,800 (single suite). Best of all, UNSCSA has a fixed tuition program to make its film program more accessible.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UNCSA in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
Brooklyn College is excellent for undergraduate film students excited to take advantage of New York’s independent film scene without incurring extra costs. In 2021, Intelligent.com named Brooklyn College VMPA the no. 1 Most Affordable film program in America in its annual list of the top 50 film degree programs.
The film school has an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines technical theory with hands-on learning supplanted by high-profile guest speakers. In spring 2022, Steven Speilberg talked about his feature film, West Side Story, in a semester-long educational series, "West Side Story: The Brooklyn Connection."
For New York residents taking 12 or more credits, tuition is a steal at only $3,465 per semester. Non-residents pay an additional $620 on each credit for a total of $10,095 in tuition per semester. Room and board for all accommodations costs $13,718 per year. The University also offers 600-plus scholarships.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to Brooklyn College in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application.)
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In 2021, The Wrap ranked UA TFT no. 27 among the top 50 film schools. Notably, alum Scott Stuber became the Head of Netflix Films; between 2019 and 2021, the studio earned 60 Oscar nominations. Additional alumni include John Matter (Post-Production Sound Editor, Game of Thrones, Grimm, CSI), and Jenny Faville (Coordinator in the Motions Picture Department, Worldwide Production Agency).
UA TFT is a steal for students who establish Arizona residency. Tuition costs $12,700 per year for Arizona residents compared to $37,200 per year for non-Arizona residents. And the cost of living in Tuscon is 20% lower than the national average. Each year, undergraduate students can expect to spend $13,650 for on-campus housing and only $11,100 for off-campus housing.
Lower-division film students are considered for the J. Michael Gillette Scholarship, and upper division film students are considered for the Mark Corwin Memorial Film & Television Scholarship. Read the complete list on the official UV scholarships page.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UA TFT in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application.)
San Francisco State University School of Cinema proves that the Northern California film scene has plenty to offer. Their motto reflects a longstanding commitment to equity and diversity and the city's history of political activism. Noteworthy alumni include Academy Award winner Christopher Boyes (Re-Recording Mixer, The Lord of the Rings triology) and Academy Award winner Steven Okazaki (Director, Days of Waiting).
In 2018, San Francisco State University received its largest endowment in history — $25 million from alumni George and Judy Marcus. It funds various scholarships, such as the Gordon Thomas Scholarship for upper-division animation students.
California residents taking seven units or more per semester pay $7,484 in tuition. Non-residents pay $10,256 per semester. The Bay Area is one of the most expensive areas in the country, and the biggest drawback is managing the cost of living. On-campus students pay $15,680 for room and board each year. The University estimates off-campus students pay $18,270 or more, depending on their unique circumstances. However, the University offers financial aid, along with additional support for undocumented and/or mixed-race families through its Dream Resource Center.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to SF State SC in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
UT Austin is considered one of the best universities in the Lone Star state, and its film program continues to receive national recognition for its excellence. In 2020, The Hollywood Reporter ranked UT Austin no. 11 on its annual list of the top 25 film schools in the U.S. Variety also named UT Austin one of the top 30 film schools in North America.
Industry professionals teach students the ins and outs of filmmaking and film analysis. In March 2022, Assistant Professor Iliana Sosa received an SXSW award for her documentary film, What We Leave Behind. Alumni include Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey (Actor, Dallas Buyers Club, The Lincoln Lawyer) and Mark Dennis (Director, Strings).
UT Austin sets up students for success without incurring high costs. Pre-thesis films receive up to $1,000 in funding, and thesis films receive $7,000 in funding. Room and board cost only $6,384 per semester. And the UTLA program allows undergraduates to spend a semester in Los Angeles without paying extra tuition.
For Texas residents, UT Austin is even more affordable: Tuition costs only $5,615 per semester. Non-residents pay $19,878 in tuition per semester. All undergraduates receive a 15% tuition discount on summer courses.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UT Austin in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
Peck School of the Arts offers a high-quality, high-value Film (BFA) and Animation (BA). In 2021, Intelligent.com named UW-Milwaukee PSA as Best Multidisciplinary Program, citing how the film program takes an exceptionally holistic approach to preparing rising filmmakers.
Milwaukee may seem far removed from Hollywood, but the city combines affordability with a robust local film scene. UW-Milwaukee's Union Cinema theatre hosts the annual Milwaukee Film Festival. And the Milwaukee Filmmaker Alliance and Milwaukee LGBT Film Festival presented by UWM give student filmmakers the chance to network and screen their work.
Notably, UW-Milwaukee's Midwest exchange program helps students from Illinois, Minnesota, and surrounding states to save over $5,000 on out-of-state tuition. Minnesota residents pay $9,610 per semester in tuition. Non-residents pay $21,475 per semester in tuition. Undergraduates are encouraged to apply for university-wide aid grants.
Learn about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UW-Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
University of New Orleans School of the Arts prides itself on being the only film program in New Orleans accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. The BFA in Film Arts and BFA in Theatre Arts touch on every aspect of the business.
According to College Factual, UNO has the best value theatre program in Louisiana, ensuring that BFA in Film Arts students have plenty of opportunities to learn how to better direct and problem solve on set. In 2021, four UNO alumni screened their films at Sundance, and two other alumni screened their film at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Best of all, tuition is highly affordable for residents and non-residents. Louisiana residents pay $9,354 in tuition per academic year. Non-residents pay $14,190 in tuition per academic year. Room and board costs $5,950 per academic year (four-bedroom suite).
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UNO in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application).
Innovation is the name of the game at ASU, an institution well-known for its commitment to delivering a great education at an excellent value. The Sidney Poitier New American Film School offers a Film and Media Production BFA and a Film Practices BA supported by numerous scholarship opportunities. For instance, undergraduates can apply to the program-specific Vision and Voice and GG&B Scholarships. ASU's Foster Youth tuition waiver is a unique initiative to help students in foster homes by lowering the annual tuition.
Arizona residents pay $10,710 in tuition per academic year. Non-residents pay $28,800 in tuition per academic year. Room and board costs $14,398 per year for all undergraduates. The University estimates that after receiving federal financial aid and university-based scholarships, the average ASU student will owe only $2,200 for the total cost of attendance per semester.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to ASU SPNAFS in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
Columbia University is widely known for its prestigious film MFA programs, but its BA in Film and Media Studies is an excellent option for undergraduates who want to master the core elements of filmmaking and film theory. BA alumni include J. Sean Smith, a a 2021 Gotham Awards winner, and Peier Tracy Shen, whose work appeared in the film anthology Who Will Start Another Fire.
The Columbia School of General Studies offers free tuition for undergraduate arts and humanities students from families with typical assets that earn under $150,000 per year. The University also promises to adjust qualifying students' aid if their cost of attendance exceeds the award amount. However, students from families earning up to $250,000 are likely to still receive financial aid. (Use the university’s affordability calculator to predict your unique cost of attendance.)
Students should prepare to tackle the high cost of living in New York City —187% above the national average, second only to the Bay Area. Before you apply, read FilmSchool.org's guide on how to get into Columbia University for important dates and deadlines, plus how to complete the application.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to Columbia in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
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We ranked these film school programs according to tuition, strength of curriculum, room and board for on-campus students, cost of living (including food and typical rents for off-campus housing), and extracurricular activities.
Florida State University College of Motion Picture Arts
FSU CMPA continues to receive praise for offering opportunities for underrepresented filmmakers. In 2020, FSU CMPA implemented a Diverse Voices in Cinema Grant and an Equity Scholarship. Its alumni network is broad, diverse, and highly accomplished.
(You might have heard of Barry Jenkins, the groundbreaking filmmaker behind the Oscar-winning film Moonlight).
Tuition costs $6,466 for Florida residents and $21,683 for non-Florida residents. Film equipment costs only $350 for the academic year. Tallahassee’s cost of living is 4% below the national average, and room and board per semester costs only $3,510 (shared suite) or $3,970 (single suite).
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
To find out how to apply to FSU CMPA and increase your odds of acceptance, read FilmSchool.org's exclusive interview with Paige Roberts, Head of Admissions.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to FSU CMPA in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application.)
Florida State University - College of Motion Picture Arts
Extending well beyond the boundaries of field production, effective filmmaking requires research, planning, collaboration, dedication, both technical and business savvy and most importantly, an inspired story. The Florida State University College of Motion Picture Arts has designed a Production...
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California State University Northridge School of Cinema and Television Arts
CSUN CTVA is located less than 40 minutes outside of Hollywood and combines state-of-the-art facilities with high affordability. CSUN is also home to the Gallery of Film Poster Art, the largest and most comprehensive collection of film posters at a university in America. In 2020, CSUN CTVA alumni Arielle Kilker and Ryan Mallick received Emmy Awards for their work on RuPaul’s Drag Race and Cheer, respectively.
California residents taking seven or more units per semester pay $7,314 in tuition. Non-California residents pay $10,086. RentCafe calls Northridge the “the jewel of the San Fernando Valley" for budget-seeking students and young professionals for good reason: a one bedroom typically rents for $1,894 per month. Room and board for on-campus students costs only $1,481 per month.
The CTVA Scholarships and Awards Committee reviews scholarship applications in the spring. Film students are eligible for The Hollywood Foreign Press Association Film Scholarship, Abraham L. Polonsky Undergraduate Award in Screenwriting, and the Dean’s Award (exclusive to freshmen and juniors). Scholarships worth $1,000 or more are distributed between the spring and fall.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to CSUN CTVA in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application.)
Cal State Northridge (CSUN) - Department of Cinema of Television Arts
With seven programs of study, CTVA offers unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional training in a richly diverse environment.
Our faculty bring extensive professional experience to the classrooms, studios and labs, and are committed to instilling the knowledge, expertise...
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University of North Carolina School of the Arts
UNCSA School of Filmmaking in the School of the Arts replicates the feel of studying in Los Angeles minus the high cost of living. In 2021, The Wrap ranked the School of Filmmaking no. 10 in its annual list of the top 50 film schools. Its excellent reputation and rigorous conservatory setting are ideal for undergraduates serious about becoming filmmakers.
North Carolina’s film industry has been making a comeback over the last year, with a record high of $416 million spent on in-state film and television productions. UNCSA offers a BFA in Filmmaking with several concentrations. Thanks to the leadership of Dean Susan Ruskin, UNCSA's film program has grown by 23% in the past decade. But class sizes remain small, and the program fully funds students' films. Undergraduates also have access to an on-campus movie lot.
North Carolina residents pay $6,497 in tuition per year. Non-North Carolina residents pay $23,731. Equipment fees are slightly steep at $1,495 for the academic year, but film students enjoy unlimited access. Room and board cost $4,200 (shared suite) or $4,800 (single suite). Best of all, UNSCSA has a fixed tuition program to make its film program more accessible.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UNCSA in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
University of North Carolina - School of the Arts
In your first two years at UNCSA, you will direct and shoot as many as six digital films as you take hands-on courses in every facet of modern film
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CUNY – Brooklyn College School of Visual, Media and Performing Arts
Brooklyn College is excellent for undergraduate film students excited to take advantage of New York’s independent film scene without incurring extra costs. In 2021, Intelligent.com named Brooklyn College VMPA the no. 1 Most Affordable film program in America in its annual list of the top 50 film degree programs.
The film school has an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines technical theory with hands-on learning supplanted by high-profile guest speakers. In spring 2022, Steven Speilberg talked about his feature film, West Side Story, in a semester-long educational series, "West Side Story: The Brooklyn Connection."
For New York residents taking 12 or more credits, tuition is a steal at only $3,465 per semester. Non-residents pay an additional $620 on each credit for a total of $10,095 in tuition per semester. Room and board for all accommodations costs $13,718 per year. The University also offers 600-plus scholarships.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to Brooklyn College in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application.)
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University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television
In 2021, The Wrap ranked UA TFT no. 27 among the top 50 film schools. Notably, alum Scott Stuber became the Head of Netflix Films; between 2019 and 2021, the studio earned 60 Oscar nominations. Additional alumni include John Matter (Post-Production Sound Editor, Game of Thrones, Grimm, CSI), and Jenny Faville (Coordinator in the Motions Picture Department, Worldwide Production Agency).
UA TFT is a steal for students who establish Arizona residency. Tuition costs $12,700 per year for Arizona residents compared to $37,200 per year for non-Arizona residents. And the cost of living in Tuscon is 20% lower than the national average. Each year, undergraduate students can expect to spend $13,650 for on-campus housing and only $11,100 for off-campus housing.
Lower-division film students are considered for the J. Michael Gillette Scholarship, and upper division film students are considered for the Mark Corwin Memorial Film & Television Scholarship. Read the complete list on the official UV scholarships page.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UA TFT in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application.)
University of Arizona - The School of Theatre, Film & Television
The Film Production Division trains future directors, producers, screenwriters, cinematographers, editors, sound designers and other industry leaders with filmmaking courses taught by a faculty of internationally recognized and award-winning filmmakers. Alumni of the program work throughout the...
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San Francisco State University School of Cinema
San Francisco State University School of Cinema proves that the Northern California film scene has plenty to offer. Their motto reflects a longstanding commitment to equity and diversity and the city's history of political activism. Noteworthy alumni include Academy Award winner Christopher Boyes (Re-Recording Mixer, The Lord of the Rings triology) and Academy Award winner Steven Okazaki (Director, Days of Waiting).
In 2018, San Francisco State University received its largest endowment in history — $25 million from alumni George and Judy Marcus. It funds various scholarships, such as the Gordon Thomas Scholarship for upper-division animation students.
California residents taking seven units or more per semester pay $7,484 in tuition. Non-residents pay $10,256 per semester. The Bay Area is one of the most expensive areas in the country, and the biggest drawback is managing the cost of living. On-campus students pay $15,680 for room and board each year. The University estimates off-campus students pay $18,270 or more, depending on their unique circumstances. However, the University offers financial aid, along with additional support for undocumented and/or mixed-race families through its Dream Resource Center.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to SF State SC in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
San Francisco State University (SFSU) - School of Cinema
Our faculty places a high premium on fostering the creative voice of the individual student. Although we teach the “rules” of fictional, documentary, experimental and interactive cinema using all media platforms – from 16mm celluloid to high definition digital video; from screenwriting to...
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The University of Texas at Austin Moody College of Communication (Department of Radio, Television and Film)
UT Austin is considered one of the best universities in the Lone Star state, and its film program continues to receive national recognition for its excellence. In 2020, The Hollywood Reporter ranked UT Austin no. 11 on its annual list of the top 25 film schools in the U.S. Variety also named UT Austin one of the top 30 film schools in North America.
Industry professionals teach students the ins and outs of filmmaking and film analysis. In March 2022, Assistant Professor Iliana Sosa received an SXSW award for her documentary film, What We Leave Behind. Alumni include Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey (Actor, Dallas Buyers Club, The Lincoln Lawyer) and Mark Dennis (Director, Strings).
UT Austin sets up students for success without incurring high costs. Pre-thesis films receive up to $1,000 in funding, and thesis films receive $7,000 in funding. Room and board cost only $6,384 per semester. And the UTLA program allows undergraduates to spend a semester in Los Angeles without paying extra tuition.
For Texas residents, UT Austin is even more affordable: Tuition costs only $5,615 per semester. Non-residents pay $19,878 in tuition per semester. All undergraduates receive a 15% tuition discount on summer courses.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UT Austin in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
University of Texas at Austin - Department of Radio-Television-Film
Our undergraduate program is one of the most dynamic and highly regarded media programs in the country, and we take great pride in the impressive work done by our current students and alumni. Our undergraduates have won numerous awards at international, national, and regional film festivals, and...
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University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts
Peck School of the Arts offers a high-quality, high-value Film (BFA) and Animation (BA). In 2021, Intelligent.com named UW-Milwaukee PSA as Best Multidisciplinary Program, citing how the film program takes an exceptionally holistic approach to preparing rising filmmakers.
Milwaukee may seem far removed from Hollywood, but the city combines affordability with a robust local film scene. UW-Milwaukee's Union Cinema theatre hosts the annual Milwaukee Film Festival. And the Milwaukee Filmmaker Alliance and Milwaukee LGBT Film Festival presented by UWM give student filmmakers the chance to network and screen their work.
Notably, UW-Milwaukee's Midwest exchange program helps students from Illinois, Minnesota, and surrounding states to save over $5,000 on out-of-state tuition. Minnesota residents pay $9,610 per semester in tuition. Non-residents pay $21,475 per semester in tuition. Undergraduates are encouraged to apply for university-wide aid grants.
Learn about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UW-Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts
Film, Video, Animation and New Genres at UW-Milwaukee earned recognition as one of Hollywood Reporter’s “Top 25 American Film Schools” and Variety’s “Best Film Schools” in 2017, 2018, and 2019 because of the program’s deep commitment to transforming students into expressive filmmakers with a...
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University of New Orleans School of the Arts
University of New Orleans School of the Arts prides itself on being the only film program in New Orleans accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. The BFA in Film Arts and BFA in Theatre Arts touch on every aspect of the business.
According to College Factual, UNO has the best value theatre program in Louisiana, ensuring that BFA in Film Arts students have plenty of opportunities to learn how to better direct and problem solve on set. In 2021, four UNO alumni screened their films at Sundance, and two other alumni screened their film at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Best of all, tuition is highly affordable for residents and non-residents. Louisiana residents pay $9,354 in tuition per academic year. Non-residents pay $14,190 in tuition per academic year. Room and board costs $5,950 per academic year (four-bedroom suite).
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to UNO in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to log your application).
University of New Orleans School of the Arts
The Department of Film and Theatre houses a Bachelor of Arts degree where students can choose from two courses for study: Film Arts or Theatre Arts.
The Department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. The Bachelor of Arts Degree is a four-year/120 credit hour degree...
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Arizona State University Sidney Poitier New American Film School
Innovation is the name of the game at ASU, an institution well-known for its commitment to delivering a great education at an excellent value. The Sidney Poitier New American Film School offers a Film and Media Production BFA and a Film Practices BA supported by numerous scholarship opportunities. For instance, undergraduates can apply to the program-specific Vision and Voice and GG&B Scholarships. ASU's Foster Youth tuition waiver is a unique initiative to help students in foster homes by lowering the annual tuition.
Arizona residents pay $10,710 in tuition per academic year. Non-residents pay $28,800 in tuition per academic year. Room and board costs $14,398 per year for all undergraduates. The University estimates that after receiving federal financial aid and university-based scholarships, the average ASU student will owe only $2,200 for the total cost of attendance per semester.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to ASU SPNAFS in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
Arizona State University - The Sidney Poitier New American Film School
The Sidney Poitier New American Film School inspires the next generation of diverse filmmakers and storytellers. Like Walter Cronkite and Sandra Day O’Connor, luminaries within their disciplines for whom ASU’s School of Journalism and College of Law are named respectively, Sidney Poitier is a...
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Columbia University School of the Arts
Columbia University is widely known for its prestigious film MFA programs, but its BA in Film and Media Studies is an excellent option for undergraduates who want to master the core elements of filmmaking and film theory. BA alumni include J. Sean Smith, a a 2021 Gotham Awards winner, and Peier Tracy Shen, whose work appeared in the film anthology Who Will Start Another Fire.
The Columbia School of General Studies offers free tuition for undergraduate arts and humanities students from families with typical assets that earn under $150,000 per year. The University also promises to adjust qualifying students' aid if their cost of attendance exceeds the award amount. However, students from families earning up to $250,000 are likely to still receive financial aid. (Use the university’s affordability calculator to predict your unique cost of attendance.)
Students should prepare to tackle the high cost of living in New York City —187% above the national average, second only to the Bay Area. Before you apply, read FilmSchool.org's guide on how to get into Columbia University for important dates and deadlines, plus how to complete the application.
Learn more about the total cost of attendance.
(Currently, there aren’t enough applications to Columbia in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.)
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Have you applied to a budget-friendly undergraduate film program? Leave a comment below, and don't forget to add your data to the FilmSchool.org Application Database. By logging your application, you can help other filmmakers get into their dream schools.
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