AFI Cost of Attendance, Financial Aid, and Scholarships

The AFI Conservatory offers a top-notch film education that comes with tuition increases year over year. The cost of tuition increased by a little over $2,000 from the previous academic year. Here is the overall cost of attendance for Fellows in 2024-2025:
  • Tuition: $66,469
  • Production and materials fee: $4,018
  • Room & Board Allowance: $15,500
  • Supplies Allowance: $4,500
  • Transportation Allowance: $2,700
  • Living Expenses: $15,500
  • Misc./Personal Expense/Loan Fees: $6,222

Total cost of attendance: $103,291​


Fellows should plan to add an additional $2,384 flat fee to the annual tuition to complete the thesis film in their second and final year. International students must also show proof of funds for the total cost of year one.

Does AFI accept federal financial aid?​


Yes. However, only domestic Fellows can submit the Free Federal Application for Student Financial Aid (FAFSA).

Does AFI accept private loans?​


Yes. Fellows can apply for private loans offered by the following lenders (not endorsed by AFI):

Explore private scholarships for film students​


In addition to filling out the FAFSA early, aspiring Fellows should apply for external aid as soon as possible. To explore private scholarship opportunities, read FilmSchool.org’s guide to saving thousands on your film school degree.

Send any questions about financial aid and scholarships to the Financial Aid Office at 323.856.7699 or FinancialAid@AFI.edu.