The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film & Television through its College of Arts & Media (CAM). This hands-on production program trains students in screenwriting, cinematography, editing, directing, performance, and storytelling for film, television, web series, and digital media.
See our interview with CU Denver for what your experience as a student will be and get advice on applying:
See our interview with CU Denver for what your experience as a student will be and get advice on applying:
CU Denver Film & Television Program Admissions: Tips from David Liban, Department Chair (Part 1)
The University of Colorado Denver is one of the best institutions in the Western US for undergraduate filmmakers. Located in the Mile High City, CU Denver is only a short drive from the acclaimed Red Rocks Amphitheatre concert venue, picturesque hiking trails, and some of the world’s best skiing...
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CU Denver Film & Television Program Admissions: Tips from David Liban, Department Chair (Part 2)
In the second and final part of our interview, Alexa Pellegrini continues the discussion with David Liban about student life in the program, including the equipment and facilities, on-campus culture, how CU Denver's annual film festival supports student development, and more. Liban also shares...
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- Undergraduate Application Requirements
- Common Application Accepted
- No Letters of Recommendation Required
- Official High School Transcripts
- SAT/ACT Optional
- TOEFL / IELTS (International Only)
- School-Specific Short Answer Essay(s)
- Film Treatment
- Undergrad Application Fee
- $50
More Info on Undergraduate Application Requirements:
How to Apply
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Quick Facts
Program Style:
Project-based
Lecture / Seminar-focused
Theory + production
Collaboration Model:
Cross-discipline collaboration encouraged
Residency Requirements:
On-campus required
Instruction Format:
Hybrid (In-Person + Remote)
Primarily In-Person
Total Undergrad Student Body:
~ 275
Undergraduate Entering Cohort Size:
~100
Undergraduate Student to Faculty Ratio:
~ 14:1
Deadlines, Decisions, & Enrollment
Undergraduate Deadlines:
Early FITV application deadline: Jan. 1
Regular FITV application deadline: May 1
Regular FITV application deadline: May 1
Tuition & Cost of Attendance
Undergraduate Tuition (Annual):
$10k to 30k
Tuition & Cost of Attendance Details:
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Scholarships
Scholarship & Funding Types:
Need-Based Financial Aid
Copyrights & Production
Copyright Ownership:
Student owns all copyrights
Start of Production Classes (Undergraduate):
First Year
Production Funding:
Limited grants available
Equipment Access
Equipment Checkout Access:
Scheduled only
No Alumni Equipment Access
Facilities
Filmmaking Facilities:
Unknown
Cameras & Equipment
Camera Types Available:
Professional Camcorders
Digital Cinema Cameras
High-End Digital Cinema Cameras
Camera Brands Available:
Canon
Panasonic
Sony
RED
Lens Access:
Professional Cinema Primes
High-End / Full-Frame Cinema Glass
Lighting & Grip Equipment Available:
Unknown
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)
Software Taught
Editing & Finishing Software Taught:
Adobe Premiere Pro
DaVinci Resolve
VFX, Motion & 3D Software Taught:
Adobe After Effects
Audio Post Software Taught:
Unknown
Writing & Production Software Taught:
Final Draft
Studio Binder
Virtual Production / Performance Software Taught:
Unknown
Internship Opportunities
Internship Opportunities:
Career Services Support
Internships for Academic Credit
Semester-in-LA / NY Program
Career Assistance
Job Placement & Career Services:
Career Development Training
On-Campus Industry Recruiting Fairs
Alumni Employment Data
Alumni Awards
Alumni Success
Recent Alumni Credits:
- Gareth Dunnet Alcocer (writer of Blue Beetle & Miss Bala)
- Jimmy Weber and Annie Baker (Producer of the film Rent-a-Pal)
- Malakye Tsosie (film he made is was just accepted to SXSW).
CAM Student Stories
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