12 Best Film Programs for Undergraduates in Every Region of the US

Author Alexa Pellegrini
Publish date Apr 19, 2022
Updated Apr 24, 2023
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Florida State University - Screenwriting

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Admitted (After Interview) DePaul Producing MFA

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DePaul - Creative Producing MFA

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Jan 24, 2026

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Admitted (After Interview) Syracuse MFA Film

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Syracuse - Film MFA

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Jan 14, 2026

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DePaul - Creative Producing MFA

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Submission Date

Dec 15, 2025

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Interview Date

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UCLA - Directing/Film Production MFA

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Submission Date

Oct 29, 2025

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Feb 10, 2026

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Feb 22, 2026

Decision Notification Date

Feb 28, 2026
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12 Best Film Programs for Undergraduates in Every Region of the US

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