The University of Kansas Department of Film & Media Studies in Lawrence, KS, blends rigorous film theory, history, and critical studies with hands-on production training in its BA and BGS degrees (Production concentration), where students begin making films sophomore year (FMS 275 Foundations of Filmmaking Practice) and complete capstone projects using a 14,148 sq. ft. facility that includes a 2,700 sq. ft. soundstage, state-of-the-art recording studio, and $1.8 million in professional equipment.
- Undergraduate Application Requirements
- Common Application Accepted
- Official High School Transcripts
- SAT/ACT Optional
More Info on Undergraduate Application Requirements:
- Graduate Application Requirements
- Official Transcripts
- TOEFL / IELTS (International Only)
- GRE Optional
- Personal Essay / Statement of Purpose
- Resume/CV
- Writing Samples
- Graduate Application Fee
- $65
Quick Facts
Nonprofit/For-Profit?:
Nonprofit
Program Style:
Project-based
Liberal Arts Integrated
Theory + production
Collaboration Model:
Cross-discipline collaboration encouraged
Residency Requirements:
On-campus required
Instruction Format:
In-Person Only
Total Undergrad Student Body:
~350
Deadlines, Decisions, & Enrollment
Undergraduate Deadlines:
Rolling admissions.
Scholarship Deadline: December 1
Scholarship Deadline: December 1
Tuition & Cost of Attendance
Undergraduate Tuition (Annual):
$10k to 30k
Scholarships
Scholarship & Funding Types:
Merit-Based Scholarships
Need-Based Financial Aid
Copyrights & Production
Copyright Ownership:
Unknown
Start of Production Classes (Undergraduate):
Second Year
Production Funding:
Unknown
Avg. Out-of-Pocket Production Cost:
Unknown
Equipment Access
Equipment Checkout Access:
Standard Business Hours Only
Scheduled only
Test required for access
Equipment Access Tiers:
Gear is only unlocked upon enrollment in specific classes
Mandatory Equipment & Lab Fees:
Unknown
Production Safety & Compliance:
Unknown / Not Specified
Production Insurance Coverage:
Unknown
Facilities
Filmmaking Facilities:
Dedicated Post-Production Labs
Green Screen Studio
Sound Mixing Suites
Sound Recording Studio(s)
Sound Stage(s)
VFX / Animation Labs
Facilities & Equipment Details:
Facilities
Cameras & Equipment
Camera Types Available:
Digital Cinema Cameras
Film Cameras (16mm)
Camera Brands Available:
ARRI
Blackmagic
Panasonic
Sony
RED
Lens Access:
Unknown
Lighting & Grip Equipment Available:
Unknown
Studio Lighting Grid (Fixed overhead lighting systems in a soundstage environment)
Software Taught
Editing & Finishing Software Taught:
Adobe Premiere Pro
VFX, Motion & 3D Software Taught:
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Creative Cloud
Toon Boom Harmony
Audio Post Software Taught:
Pro Tools
Writing & Production Software Taught:
Final Draft
Virtual Production / Performance Software Taught:
Unreal Engine
Internship Opportunities
Internship Opportunities:
Self-Directed
Career Services Support
Internships for Academic Credit
Internship Opportunities Detailed:
Internships
Career Assistance
Job Placement & Career Services:
Self-Directed Placement
Career Development Training
