The Best Film Schools of 2022 - Ranked By FilmSchool.org

Whether you're preparing to apply or reevaluating what film school is best for you, our selection of the best film schools in America will help you prepare. From Variety to The Hollywood Reporter, these institutions have received top marks for high-tech equipment, gigantic workspaces, instructions connected to the industry, enviable internships, far-reaching alumni networks, and intimate class sizes.

• Best Affordable MFA Film School
  
  • Our Top Pick: University of California Los Angeles School of Theater, Film and Television
  • Runner-Up: California State University, Northridge
• Best Affordable BFA Film School
  
  • Our Top Pick: Florida State University College of Media Arts and Production
  • Runner-Up: University of North Carolina School of the Arts School of Filmmaking
• Best West Coast Film School
  
  • Our Top Pick: American Film Institute Conservatory
  • Runner-Up: Chapman University Dodge College
• Best East Coast Film School
  
  • Our Top Pick: New York University Tisch School of Arts
  • Runner-Up: Emerson College
• Best Southern Film School
  
  • Our Top Pick: Florida State University College of Media Production and Arts
  • Runner-Up: The University of Texas at Austin Moody College of Communication
• Best Midwestern Film School
  
  • Our Top Pick: DePaul University School of Cinematic Arts
  • Runner-Up: Columbia College Chicago
• Best International Film School
  
  • Our Top Pick: National School of Film and Television
  • Runner-Up: University Of British Columbia
• Best Directing Program
  
  • Our Top Pick: American Film Institute
  • Runner-Up: University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts
• Best Screenwriting Program
  
  • Our Top Pick: New York University Tisch Goldberg Department of Dramatic Writing
  • Runner-Up: Columbia University School of the Arts
• Best Producing Program
  
  • Our Top Pick: USC Peter Stark Producing Program
  • Runner-Up: Loyola Marymount University
• Best Cinematography Program
  
  • Our Top Pick: Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
  • Runner-Up: New York University Tisch School of Arts
• Best Filmmaking Certificate Program
  
  • Our Top Pick: UCLA Extension Program
  • Runner-Up: NYU Tisch - Non-Credit Certificates in Filmmaking
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University of California Los Angeles School of Theater, Film, and Television​

Out of all film schools on the west coast, UCLA TFT offers the best in-state tuition and supplemental fee rates. In-state MFA students pay $17,836.30 for the academic year, while out-of-state students are charged $32,938.30 for the entire academic year. Tuition also covers student program fees, health insurance (UC SHIP), and a BruinGo Universal Access Transit Pass.

UCLA TFT’s graduate film programs are two years long (though students may request one additional quarter of study). In many cases, the total annual in-state fees equate to the cost of only 18 credits at more expensive private film schools. For example, University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts graduate students pay $39,900 to attend full-time (14-18 credits). Learn more about Keenan Kunst’s experience as an MFA candidate in UCLA’s Producers Program.

FilmSchool.org's Application Database found that 27% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Producers Program, while the Screenwriting MFA program has a slightly higher acceptance rate of 33%.

Additional admissions statistics such as accepted applicant's GPAs, film experience, and much more can be found on the page linked below.

Runner-up: California State University, Northridge​

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In 2020, CSUN was ranked the 25th best film school in America by The Hollywood Reporter. Film school students enjoy a hands-on filmmaking experience funded by major organizations like The Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Many students report having success with securing internships in Burbank and Studio City, which are about a 20 to 40-minute drive from campus. But a larger student body means students may wait to use the equipment. Read about why Andrea chose CSUN Northridge for her MFA in film.

These small drawbacks are worthwhile for MFA students with a strong background in film theory and need to save on costs to improve their craft. In-state film school students pay only $3,588.00 for 6.1+ units per semester (taking 8 units is required for full-time attendance). Out-of-state students pay roughly $6003.60 for 6.1+ units per semester. Discover why Andrea picked CSUN for an affordable MFA Screenwriting program.

Currently, there aren’t enough applications in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.

Florida State University College of Media Arts and Production​

FSU describes itself as being “committed to value,” and U.S. News & World Report ranked them the #5 best value colleges in America. The school boasts a strong alumni network and pays for all student films.

FSU CMPA students pay $721 per credit hour — if you take 15 credits per semester to meet the required 120 credit minimum for graduation, tuition fees are $21,683 for out-of-state students. In-state tuition is even more affordable at 215.55 per credit hour for a total of $6,466 per year, plus a $350.00 equipment usage fee.

Room and board are also one of the most affordable for BFA film students nationwide. For the 2022-2023 school year, a 1bd/1ba apartment shared by two students costs only $2,795 per semester, while a double suite with a private bathroom costs. $3,940. Read our interview with Juliana Lee White, an FSU CMPA student.

Currently, there aren’t enough applications in our database for FSU undergrad to provide an accurate estimated undergraduate acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to share your stats with FilmSchool.org's Application Database. Your application will help improve our data.

Runner-up: University of North Carolina School of the Arts School of Filmmaking​

In 2019, Variety ranked UNCSA among the top 50 most influential institutions worldwide. As one of the best film schools in the South, BFA film students enjoy a hands-on experience and complete funding for student films. Students can also attend the RiverRun International Film Festival each spring and screen their films in Los Angeles during senior year.
Alumni have described the intensive programs as emphasizing production for unparalleled value.

The annual in-state tuition is just $6,497, while out-of-state students pay $23,731. UNSCA's fixed tuition schedule ensures fees never increase over its eight-semester programs. There is a $1,495 annual fee for unlimited equipment usage. Room and board are slightly more expensive but more affordable compared to the costs of on-campus living in major film hubs. Students pay $8,400 annually for a double occupancy suite and $9,660 for a single occupancy suite.

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.

American Film Institute Conservatory​

AFI Conservatory is a 54-year old conservatory-style institution and the crown jewel for almost every aspiring film school student. From Patty Jenkins to David Lynch, the university is notorious for producing industry leaders. Understanding and applying the elements of storytelling to hone your creative voice is key to their curriculum.

Most recently, AFI alumni made their mark at the 2022 Academy Awards. Nominations include Siân Heder for Best Adapted Screenplay, Janusz Kamiński for Best Cinematography, and Kim Magnusson for Best Live Action Short.

MFA students collaborate with the best and brightest and enjoy a highly tactile learning experience, making up to 3 films in their first year. AFI also emphasizes inclusivity and gender equity. Zoom Master Seminars introduce students to industry leaders from Maggie Gyllenhaal to Guillermo del Toro. Its upcoming graduating class will be 55% women, according to Metaflix. Director Dime Davis, who became the first Black woman nominated for Outstanding Directing for a Variety Series for A Black Lady Sketch Show, joined the faculty in 2020.

For more tips on applying, read our exclusive interview with AFI’s Admissions Department.

FilmSchool.org's Application Database found that 39% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Screenwriting program, while only 18% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Directing program.

Runner-up: Chapman University Dodge College​

Dodge College moved up on The Hollywood Reporter's list of best film schools in America, breaching the top 5 in 2021. Alumni include bright young filmmakers like Phumi Morare, whose feature “When the Sun Sets” won the gold medal for the best domestic Narrative film at the 2021 Student Academy Awards. Thanks to Dodge's 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and cohorts with fewer than 35 students, filmmakers have easy access to top-notch facilities and guided instruction. Films receive complete funding, and each student team gets a $15,000 stipend for their thesis project.

Though newer than other west coast film schools, Dodge College expanded its mentorship opportunities with its Filmmaker-in-Residence program and connections to Netflix, Marvel, Lionsgate, CAA, and Blumhouse. Like AFI, Chapman is committed to diversity and inclusion: 25 professors of color were hired in the 2020-2021 academic year, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Read our exclusive interview with the Dodge College Admissions Department for tips on increasing your chances of acceptance.

For even more information, check out our student interviews. Danni explained how the MFA Directing program helped her as a filmmaker. Lucy Choi also offered suggestions and ideas about how to get in as an international student.

FilmSchool.org's Application Database found that 32% of our members are admitted annually to the popular MFA in Television Writing and Producing program, while 53% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Directing program.

Currently, more applications are needed for an accurate estimate of undergraduate admissions. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data to FilmSchool.org's Application Database.

New York University Tisch School of Arts​

In 2021, NYU Tisch earned the coveted number 1 spot on The Hollywood Reporter’s list of best film schools in America, earning accolades for producing Chloé Zhao, the first woman of color to win an Oscar for Nomadland. And alumnus Reinaldo Marcus Green’s King Richard earned nominations in 6 categories at the 2022 Academy Awards.

NYU Tisch students take almost one-third of their classes outside of the film and media department. The school continues to receive significant endowments and awards. Most recently, NYU Tisch received its largest grant in history from the Hobson/Lucas Family Foundation to establish the Martin Scorsese Institute of Global Cinematic Arts. The institute will supply stipends for student films and scholarships.

The FilmSchool.org Application Database found that 17% of our members are admitted annually.

Runner-up: Emerson College​

Boston is joining the ranks of rising film hubs in America. 2021 saw the production of the 25,000-square-foot Marina Studios as more Hollywood productions are slated to start production. Emerson College is at the center of the excitement, its campus located on a bustling corner of the Theater District. This year, the college climbed to number 6 on The Hollywood Reporter’s list of best film schools in the nation.

Emerson’s BFA/MFA Media Arts Production program is split between Boston and its Hollywood campus on Sunset Boulevard, introducing students to industry best practices and networking opportunities from coast to coast. The college also offers a three-year intercontinental joint Global BFA in Film Art program, with digital film studies split between Boston and Paris.

Resources include a visual and media arts directing studio in the Paramount Center and the Emerging Media Lab, where students can hone their skills in animation, virtual reality, and more. Many alumni report Emerson is strong in screenwriting and visual storytelling.

The Film School Database found that 38% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA in Writing for Film and Television program. Currently, there aren’t enough applications to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate for Emerson’s BFA/BA programs. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.

Florida State University College of Media Production and Arts​

Ranked among the best up-and-coming film schools on the east coast, FSU CMPA is highly selective. Excellent affordability, instructors deeply immersed in the craft (and less distracted by industry commitments), and access to high-quality equipment attract thousands of applicants each year. CMPA's most famous alumnus is director Barry Jenkins (Moonlight).

Despite being located in Tallahassee, Florida, students are still well-connected to the film industry. Its exceptional alumni network (including Seminole Clubs in Los Angeles and the rest of Orange County) helped the CMPA earn the number 15 spot on The Hollywood Reporter’s best film schools in America in 2021. Many alumni earned their acceptance by volunteering for student film productions, reflecting the CMPA’s emphasis on collaboration. Before you apply, read our exclusive interview with FSU CMPA’s Admissions Department for tips.

FilmSchool.org’s Application Database found that 39% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Production program, while 29% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Writing program.

Currently, there aren’t enough applications to provide an accurate estimated undergraduate acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data.

Runner-up: The University of Texas at Austin Moody College of Communication​

UT Austin entered The Hollywood Reporter’s top 10 film schools in 2021. Its Radio-Television-Film Department earned top marks for its outstanding faculty, such as Jennifer Howell of DreamWorks Animation and former Paramount executive Kyle Davies, and acquiring the former PBS Austin City Limits soundstage. The University of Texas in Los Angeles (UTLA) Program also allows film school undergraduate students to spend a semester or summer working and studying in the heart of the industry.

Film school students can take advantage of the city’s numerous prolific film festivals, such as the SXSW Film Festival program, Fantastic Fest, and Austin Film Festival. Pre-thesis films receive $1,000 in funding, while thesis films receive a $7,000 stipend. Students can further save on costs by being a TA, which provides an additional $6,000 and an $1892 tuition fee waiver.

In addition to offering an MFA in Screenwriting, UT Austin takes the top spot for their Michener Fellowship. The program provides a $29,500 annual scholarship and only takes a few writers each year. Read about Kendra’s success as a Michener fellow.

The FilmSchool.org Application Database found that 42% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA in Film and Media Production program, while 22% of our members are admitted annually to the Michener Center.

DePaul University School of Cinematic Arts​

In 2020, DePaul finally joined The Hollywood Reporter’s list of the best film schools in America. Film school students enjoy three professional sound stages, editing suites, green screen cycloramas, and mixing studios. These workspaces equal a whopping 32,000 square feet. DePaul's proximity to Columbia College of Chicago allows for plenty of cross-networking opportunities.

DePaul USCA is also one of few film schools with a BFA and MFA in Comedy Filmmaking and no portfolio requirement. USCA partners with The Second City, one of the best centers for improv in the nation. Film school students also take classes at Cinespace Chicago Film Studios.

Alumni include visual effects artist Michel Kreisel Vaisberg (Life of Pi, X-Men: First Class, Harry Potter 7), BAFTA Award-winning director Zoe Lubeck (Lucy), and Netflix production coordinator Judy Bafaro.

Currently, there aren’t enough applications to DePaul in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data to the MFA in Film and Television Directing program.

Runner-up: Columbia College Chicago​

Located on Michigan Avenue in downtown Chicago, Columbia College Chicago is known for its award-winning alumni. Most recently, Akanksha Cruczynsk’s Close Ties to Home Country took the silver medal for the best domestic Narrative film at the 2021 Student Academy Awards. Other alumni include Emmy Award-winning screenwriter Lena Waithe (Master of None, “Thanksgiving”) and cinematographer Michael Goi (Glee, American Horror Story).

Film school students have access to top-notch equipment, workspaces, and industry connections in theater or film and television. Many students secure internships with Optimus, Whitehouse Post, and other Chicago-based production companies. The campus is very urban (comparable to Emerson) and commuter-friendly. However, student films must be self-funded.

Currently, there aren’t enough applications CCC in FilmSchool.org's Application Database to provide an accurate estimated acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data to the Cinema and Television Directing MFA program.

National School of Film and Television​

Consistently ranked the top film school in the United Kingdom, NFTS is divided amongst five hubs from London to its headquarters in Beaconsfield. With more than a dozen MA programs to choose from and faculty that have produced 11 Oscar winners, NFTS students are well-prepared before graduation. The university boasts a 90% employment rate for recent graduates, and many NFTS alumni find positions at Netflix, BBC, and other influential industry players.

Domestic students can participate in NFTS' one-year Diploma programs and certificate programs. The programs assist young filmmakers taking gap years, seasoned filmmakers who want to expand their skills, and everyone in between. In addition, NFTS is the only film school in the UK that offers a two-year Cinematography MA program.

FilmSchool.org's Application Database found that only 7% of our members are admitted annually to the Directing Fiction MA.

For tips on applying to NFTS and to learn more about the program, read our exclusive interview with NFTS Admissions.

Runner-up: University Of British Columbia​

All international students should consider the University of British Columbia’s Bachelor of Fine Arts and MFA Diploma program in Film Production. Dubbed “the USC of the North,” UBC is ranked among the 20 best universities worldwide and offers one of the oldest film programs in Western Canada. The Vancouver campus exposes students to an exciting urban environment and a booming film industry.

Enrollment is highly competitive. Students enjoy access to computers equipped with the best editing software, high-tech equipment in editing suites, the visual resources center, and NBC studio, a convertible classroom space with a green screen and lighting grid. Both domestic and international BFA students must contribute $6,000 towards their films. Learn more about the BFA degree requirements and how it differs from the post-undergraduate Diploma program, which runs for two years.

Currently, there aren’t enough applications to provide an accurate estimated undergraduate and graduate acceptance rate. If you’ve applied, click here to add your data to FilmSchool.org’s Application Database.

Credit for photo: Paul H. Joseph / UBC Brand & Marketing

American Film Institute​

AFI is a no-brainer for aspiring directors who aim to join the ranks of the Hollywood greats. The conservatory has produced some of the best directors in the business, from Terrence Howard to David Lynch.

The program is exclusive to graduate-level students and one of the more expensive in the country for a two-year conservatory ($100K total before additional fees and COL). AFI's Directing program has an acceptance rate of less than 1% due to its outstanding networking opportunities and high-level instruction. AFI is widely considered an ideal fit only for serious aspiring directors: Classes run 12-14 hours per day, six days per week.

The FilmSchool.org Application Database found that only 18% of our members are admitted annually.

Before you apply, read our exclusive interview with AFI’s Admissions Department.

Runner-up: University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts​

USC is in the lap of Hollywood and uniquely connected to the industry, with both BFA and MFA film students attending Hollywood premieres for free and attaining coveted internships at studios such as Lionsgate and Pixar. Not only that, but the SCA is renowned for being the only film school to teach BFA students all seven disciplines of the cinematic arts. By learning the fundamentals of both film theory and getting hands-on practice with state-of-the-art equipment, students set themselves up for successfully running a set. USC’s First Jobs program helps many BFA graduates find their footing.

MFA students can also pursue an emphasis in Directing. Students have access to the 20th Century Fox soundstage, the Robert Zemeckis Center for Digital Arts, and the Eileen Norris Cinema Theatre Complex.

The FilmSchool.org Application Database found that only 27% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA in Film and Television Production, while 29% of our members are admitted annually to the BFA program. Read our interview with Nolan, a BFA student at USC SCA.

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New York University Tisch Goldberg Department of Dramatic Writing​

NYU Tisch is renowned for producing high-level award-winning writers. Its Dramatic Writing program is writing-intensive and has produced prolific authors and screenwriters, such as Charlie Kaufman (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind), Joel Coen (Fargo, No Country For Old Men), and Winnie Holzman (My So-Called Life, Wicked, Once and Again).

Students have the unique opportunity of learning to write for theater, television, and film, opening up broader post-graduate pathways and a deeper understanding of storytelling. Workshops are limited to 12 participants and taught by some of the best in the industry. Students can also take classes in film production and the adjacent disciples. Tuition is $60,768 per year, but former students have reported receiving generous grants and scholarships.

FilmSchool.org's Application Database found that 23% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Dramatic Writing program.

Runner-up: Columbia University School of the Arts​

Columbia University offers a unique Screenwriting/Directing program at the graduate level to give screenwriters hands-on industry experience. The Ivy League university is an excellent choice for aspiring screenwriters and playwrights. Esteemed alumni include Cherien Dabis (The L Word), Academy Award winner Adam Davidson (The Lunch Date), and Academy Award nominee James Mangold (Logan, Girl, Interrupted, Walk The Line). The Upper Manhattan campus is also within a short walk or train ride of vibrant local literary events.

Students collaborate with the MFA Creative Producing cohort for the first year and attend small workshops of 7-12 writers. Professors also regularly meet with students in one-on-one conferences. Tuition is $73,240 for the academic year, one of the highest in the nation. However, many students agree that the costs account for an outstanding education. Patrick Clement told us more about attending their Screenwriting/Directing Program.

FilmSchool.org's Application Database found that 21% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Screenwriting/Directing program.

USC Peter Stark Producing Program​

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In USC's MFA Producing program, Starkies learn the ins and outs of producing for television, film, and new media. In 2021, the program gained impressive new faculty with chair Ed Saxon and Producer-in-Residence Nina Yang Bongiovi, producer for Fruitvale Station and other major motion pictures.

Core classes explore financing, scheduling, budgeting films, script development, and more. USC's program helps students master the basics of producing and encourages unique thinking. For example, film students can explore new career avenues with the Loyola Marymount University

The two-year MFA program is intensive — students can't take outside electives. USC provides all film equipment, and projects are shot and edited digitally. Producing students have the flexibility of two off days during their first year and all night classes during their second year to obtain industry experience. Read our exclusive interview with a USC SCA Admissions Committee member to help increase your chances of acceptance.

FilmSchool.org's Application Database found that 24% of our members are admitted annually to the MFA Producing program.

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Runner-up: Loyola Marymount University​

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LMU offers a three-year MFA in Film & Television program. Film school students are well prepared to enter the industry at all major film hubs in America. Workshops are capped at only eight students and focus on spec scripts, pilots, and long-form teleplays.

LMU connects students to the industry with events such as Let’s Talk, which brings industry insiders onto Q & A panels about producing and filmmaking, and Key Players, which hosts small and informal meetings exclusively for networking. Learn about how Adriano excelled in LMU’s MFA Producing program.

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Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts​

Dodge College is well-known for its cinematography classes. The college is a master of instruction in visual storytelling. Its MFA and BFA in Film Production with an emphasis on Cinematography is an excellent choice for new and seasoned filmmakers.

The campus is located at the seat of Hollywood, just one hour from coveted internships and even closer to the beach, supplying students with a diverse range of filming environments. Faculty include Emmy Award-winning director of photography/cinematographer Johnny Jensen (Into The Badlands, The Godfather) and cinematographer Jurg Walther (Not in God's Name: In Search of Tolerance with the Dalai Lama).

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Runner-up: New York University Tisch School of Arts​

NYU Tisch gets top marks for its conservatory-style MFA with an emphasis on cinematography. Anthony Jannelli, the head of the Cinematography department, was the First Camera Operator on motion features like Philadelphia, Silence of the Lambs, and Ghostbusters II. In addition, Jannelli's second unit feature work as a cinematographer includes Spider-Man, Eight Millimeter, and multiple episodes of Law and Order. Assisting staff have received the Nestor Almendros Award for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography and worked on Emmy-winning HBO series.

The Camera Program is also one of the only undergraduate cinematography programs in America. The program has seven classes across four levels of study in cinematography and trains students to be masters of lighting, color, and editing.

FilmSchool.org's Application Database found that 17% of our members are admitted annually.

University of California School of Theater, Film, and Television Extension Program​

If you want to make a career change or receive a well-rounded introduction to a discipline of film, consider the UCLA TFT extension. The university offers one of the only non-graduate degree-granting certificate programs for filmmakers in America.

Choose from Directing, Producing, Independent Producing, Directing, Cinematography, and Film & TV Development. Internships open up after completing 3 of the required 12 courses. Tuition ranges from the low $7K to the upper $8K range. Textbooks and supplementary fees start at $550. Students can submit their short films to the annual UCLAxFilmFest.

Runner up: NYU Tisch - Non-Credit Certificates in Filmmaking​

For students who need a more flexible non-credit certificate program, NYU Tisch's fully online non-credit certificate program may be the perfect fit. Participants learn the foundations of shooting, directing, writing, cinematography, editing, and producing.

Writing for Screen (in-person or online) is required for completion. Students are also required to take two electives, which combine storytelling with mastering audio and visuals for directing fiction or the documentary. In addition, the Intermediate Experimental Workshop is a unique offering that shows students how to make non-narrative independent films. Read more about the program here.

In Closing...​

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