- Program Style
- Project-based
- Lecture / Seminar-focused
- Residency Requirements
- On-campus required
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Graduate Tuition (Annual)
- $30k to $50k
- Scholarship & Funding Types
- Merit-Based Scholarships
- Need-Based Financial Aid
- Talent-Based Awards
- Graduate Deadlines
- Summer: April 15
The Documentary Film Program at Wake Forest University offers graduate-level degrees designed to train nonfiction storytellers in both craft and intellectual understanding of documentary filmmaking. The curriculum emphasizes ethical storytelling, research, production, pitching, and professional skills within an immersive and collaborative environment led by faculty with industry experience.
- Graduate Application Requirements
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Unofficial Transcripts
- TOEFL / IELTS (International Only)
- Personal Essay / Statement of Purpose
- Portfolio Not Required
- Graduate Application Fee
- $80
- Minimum Undergrad GPA
- 3.0
More Info on Graduate Application Requirements:
Applying to the DFP - Documentary Film Program
The Documentary Film Program is currently accepting applications for a Summer 2026 start date. Please click here to learn about the application deadlines. You can access the online application as well as information about the application and admissions process on the Graduate School Admissions [...]
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Application FAQ - Documentary Film Program
Is financial assistance available? We understand the financial commitment seeking a graduate degree requires and we work hard to lessen the financial burden for our students. Thus, all accepted students receive partial tuition scholarships in the summer, fall, and spring semesters...
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Quick Facts
Copyrights & Production
Copyright Ownership:
Unknown
Start of Production Classes (Undergraduate):
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Production Funding:
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Equipment Access
Equipment Checkout Access:
Unknown
Facilities
Filmmaking Facilities:
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Cameras & Equipment
Camera Types Available:
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Camera Brands Available:
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Lens Access:
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Lighting & Grip Equipment Available:
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Software Taught
Editing & Finishing Software Taught:
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VFX, Motion & 3D Software Taught:
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Audio Post Software Taught:
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Writing & Production Software Taught:
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Virtual Production / Performance Software Taught:
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Internship Opportunities
Internship Opportunities:
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Career Assistance
Job Placement & Career Services:
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