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The Sidney Poitier New American Film School at Arizona State University is a contemporary, interdisciplinary film school focused on cinematic storytelling, media innovation, and cultural impact. Blending hands-on production with critical studies and industry awareness, the school prepares students for careers across film, television, documentary, and emerging media through project-based coursework, collaborative learning, and access to ASU’s expansive creative and research ecosystem.
- Undergraduate Application Requirements
- Common Application Accepted
- Official High School Transcripts
- Undergrad Transcripts (for Transfer applicants)
- SAT/ACT Optional
- Personal Essay / Statement of Purpose
- School-Specific Short Answer Essay(s)
- Portfolio Required
- Undergrad Application Fee
- $50
- International App. Fee
- $85
- Minimum High School GPA
- 3.0
- Minimum Test Scores
- ACT: 22
SAT: 1120 (1180 nonresidents)
More Info on Undergraduate Application Requirements:
First-year admission requirements | Admission | ASU
First-year student college admission requirements. Follow the these steps to apply to become a student at ASU.
Quick Facts
Nonprofit/For-Profit?:
Nonprofit
Collaboration Model:
Cross-discipline collaboration encouraged
Residency Requirements:
On-campus required
Instruction Format:
Primarily In-Person
Deadlines, Decisions, & Enrollment
Undergraduate Deadlines:
Priority: November 1st
Regular: January 15th
Regular: January 15th
Tuition & Cost of Attendance
Undergraduate Tuition (Annual):
$30k to $50k
Scholarships
Scholarship & Funding Types:
Merit-Based Scholarships
Need-Based Financial Aid
Talent-Based Awards
Work-Study Opportunities
External Scholarships Accepted
Copyrights & Production
Copyright Ownership:
Unknown
Start of Production Classes (Undergraduate):
Second Year
Production Funding:
Funding varies significantly by project or merit-based selection
Equipment Access
Equipment Checkout Access:
Scheduled only
Facilities
Filmmaking Facilities:
Private Editing Suites
Screening Rooms
Screening Theater
Sound Recording Studio(s)
Sound Stage(s)
Cameras & Equipment
Camera Types Available:
DSLR / Mirrorless Cameras
Digital Cinema Cameras
Camera Brands Available:
Blackmagic
Canon
Sony
Other (please specify)
Lens Access:
Mixed / Entry-Level Kits
Lighting & Grip Equipment Available:
Basic Location Lighting Kits (Portable LED or tungsten kits for small-scale shoots)
Professional LED Systems (Modern, high-output color-controllable fixtures and tube lights)
Heavy-Duty Lighting (High-output Tungsten or HMI fixtures for large-scale sets)
Standard Grip Package (Stands, flags, nets, sandbags, and mounting hardware)
Software Taught
Editing & Finishing Software Taught:
Adobe Premiere Pro
DaVinci Resolve
VFX, Motion & 3D Software Taught:
Adobe After Effects
Audio Post Software Taught:
Pro Tools
Writing & Production Software Taught:
Final Draft
Internship Opportunities
Internship Opportunities:
Career Services Support
Career Assistance
Job Placement & Career Services:
Alumni Mentorship Program
Career Development Training
Festival Strategy Support
Annual Film Showcase
