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    Chapman Screenwriting vs. NYU Dramatic Writing?

    Yes, both programs are great. I went in not interested in playwriting but actually developed an interest in it! There’s lots to learn from plays.
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    Chapman Screenwriting vs. NYU Dramatic Writing?

    Luckily I don’t have any debt but I know a lot of people that do. If it’s manageable (you will realistically be able to pay it off) or you’re able to get scholarships, it’s very worth it. Otherwise, I’m not sure that I would take on exorbitant amounts of loans for a screenwriting degree.
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    Chapman Screenwriting vs. NYU Dramatic Writing?

    omg!! i haven’t been on this site in 4 years until i got this email. i chose NYU! i’m graduating next week with my BFA, a minor, and several internships under my belt :)
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    Chapman Screenwriting vs. NYU Dramatic Writing?

    I got accepted into both Screenwriting at Chapman University and Dramatic Writing at NYU (yay!) but I'm super torn between the two. I'm leaning towards NYU because of their great reputation in the industry, large alumni network, and location in a city I love BUT Chapman has a great film school...
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    News Discussions Anyone else out of school/classes/work due to coronavirus?

    We're switching to online instruction for the next 4 weeks... so now I have even more time to obsess over my application decisions 🙃 Maybe I'll write a campy COVID-19 end-of-the-world-esque script to pass the time lol.
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    USC School of Cinematic Arts MFA Screenwriting Fall 2020

    I've been stalking this thread as it's more active than the undergrad one by a mile. Wishing you guys the best, the wait is almost over! I still have until March 21st for my wave of decisions 😰
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    INPUT NEEDED: Your questions for USC SCA Film Admissions faculty :)

    Thanks for doing this interview! I'm not sure if you have much insight into the undergrad Writing for Screen & Television program but it would be great if you could answer some of these questions :) How many people on average apply each year for the program? What is the admissions committee...
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    USC - Writing for Screen & Television Undergraduate 2020

    Lol not yet, hopefully though if they do interviews. I thought they didn't because they don't for the Masters program. Did you?
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    let's talk about hopelessness!1!!1!

    wow... i feel this whole thread 100%. i'm applying for undergrad which is cool because i'm glad i have the ability to pursue screenwriting straight out of high school but MAN, people can be extremely judgemental. i definitely relate to your sentiment of not living up to peoples' expectations as...
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    Ithaca - Writing for Film, TV, and EM Undergraduate 2020

    Awesome!
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    USC School of Cinematic Arts Undergraduate Film & TV Production Fall 2020

    For mine, I only listed projects that I was super happy with/proud of. Also, anything that was published/recognized got bumped up for mine because I felt like it showed one, that I was putting out my work and two, that it was good. I also listed stuff I've done on my own outside of school so...
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    how to become a screenwriter?

    For TV, the "Freaks and Geeks" and "Breaking Bad" pilots are hailed as some of the best pilot scripts out there. I agree, they're definitely a good read. Another great TV script is the "Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" pilot script. I'm a big fan of Amy Sherman Palladino's writing because her dialogue is...
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    how to become a screenwriter?

    Honestly, what helped me the most when I first started screenwriting was reading a TON of scripts. Think of TV shows/movies you like and google "x screenplay pdf" or something along those lines, a copy should pop up for many. You'll get a feel for formatting and because you're familiar with how...
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    LMU Application Status?

    Hey! This happened to me for a couple of my schools (not LMU) but it usually can take up to a week for the checklist to update. If you're getting worried, I would email your regional AO, it can't hurt.
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    UCLA UC Personal Insight Questions vs. Supplemental Essays

    I'm not applying to UCLA but what I've heard from several other schools is that the main school reviews your general application and the specific school reviews your portfolio. This could be different depending on the school, though.
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