Search results
-
ESRA Film School Admissions: An Exclusive Q&A With Benjamin Azoulay, Vice President of ESRA (Part 1)
France is home to some of the world’s most respected film schools, and few have shaped the country’s audiovisual industry quite like École Supérieure de Réalisation Audiovisuelle (Le Groupe ESRA). Founded in 1972, ESRA has educated generations of directors, cinematographers, producers, editors...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 15 min read
- Category: Admissions Interviews
- admissions interview best film schools in europe best film schools in france best international film schools école supérieure de réalisation audiovisuelle esra french film schools graduate film school sound design undergraduate film school
-
ESRA Film School Admissions: An Exclusive Q&A With Benjamin Azoulay, Vice President of ESRA (Part 2)
In part one, Benjamin Azoulay talked about ESRA's philosophy, its current degree offerings, and the basics of the admissions process. In part two, Azoulay shares everything you should know before you apply, including the cost of attendance, how ESRA puts together new cohorts, what day-to-day...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 17 min read
- Category: Supporting Member Exclusives
- esra
-
The Art School Approach to Film: A Guide to CalArts' Programs and Admissions (Part 1)
California Institute of the Arts, better known as CalArts, offers an artistic community where filmmakers are encouraged to experiment and explore their creative identities. Walt Disney founded the school in 1961, envisioning an institution where artists of every kind could learn from each other...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 12 min read
- Comments: 1
- Category: Admissions Interviews
- admissions department interview animation best film schools calarts film schools in california top film schools west coast
-
The Art School Approach to Film: A Guide to CalArts' Programs and Admissions (Part 2)
In the final installment of our exclusive CalArts interview, Alexa Pellegrini speaks with Ranu Mukherjee, Dean of the School of Film/Video, about fine-tuning your admissions strategy, financial aid, how undergraduates and graduates receive direct access to the film industry, film showcases, and...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 11 min read
- Category: Supporting Member Exclusives
- admissions department interview animation best film schools calarts california institute of arts top film schools west coast
-
Inside Western Colorado University's Low-Residency MFA in Screenwriting Within the Graduate Creative Writing Program (Part 1)
Western Colorado University's Graduate Program in Creative Writing (GPCW) prides itself on not making students, but cultivating relationships to help creators realize their artistic potential. The GPCW operates on a low-residency model, offering students in its Screenwriting MFA and MA program a...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 14 min read
- Category: Admissions Interviews
- best film schools in the us colorado film school creative writing low-residency masters in screenwriting mfa screenwriting screenwriting top mfa programs western colorado university western film school
-
Inside Western Colorado University's Low-Residency MFA in Screenwriting Within the Graduate Creative Writing Program (Part 2)
In the final installment of our exclusive admissions interview with WCU's Graduate Program in Creative Writing (GPCW), James Napoli breaks down the key differences between the MFA and MA, and the alumni network, while Fuhrman shares how to strengthen your application, from compelling letters of...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 14 min read
- Category: Supporting Member Exclusives
- admissions interview best us film schools colorado film school low-residency mfa screenwriting mfa top mfa programs western colorado university western film schools
-
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...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 10 min read
- Category: Admissions Interviews
- admissions department interview best film schools in the us best undergraduate film schools cu denver southwestern film schools top film schools undergraduate admissions university of colorado denver
-
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...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 13 min read
- Category: Supporting Member Exclusives
- admissions interview best film schools in the us best undergraduate film schools cu denver southwestern film schools top film schools undergraduate admissions university of colorado denver
-
How to Get Into the University of Hartford's Cinema Program: Insights from the Director and Admissions (Part 1)
Tucked away in the capital city of Connecticut, the University of Hartford's Cinema program is one of New England's hidden gems for undergraduate film students. Founded in 1957 through the merger of Hartford Art School, Hillyer College, and The Hartt School, the University has a longstanding...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 11 min read
- Category: Admissions Interviews
- admissions interview best undergraduate film schools cinema studies east coast film schools film and video production small class size undergraduate film school university of hartford university of hartford cinema us film schools
-
How to Get Into the University of Hartford's Cinema Program: Insights from the Director and Admissions (Part 2)
In the final part of our exclusive interview, the University of Hartford's Lauren Cook, Director of the Cinema program, and Nicole Mazzarella of Admissions share tips to increase your chances of acceptance, dive into the program's courses, and discuss where alumni have started exciting careers...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 13 min read
- Category: Supporting Member Exclusives
-
Top 10 Fully Funded MFA Film Programs with Generous Stipends in the US and Canada
Even with financial aid, getting your MFA in film might be too costly. Many of the world's most prestigious film schools charge tens of thousands in tuition annually, aside from housing, food, and transportation expenses in filmmaking hubs with a high cost of living. However, not all graduate...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 17 min read
- Category: Film School Rankings
- concordia fully funded graduate film school mfa northwestern stanford stipends uc riverside usc ut austin
-
Submit Your Questions for Our University of Colorado Denver Film & TV Admissions Interview
Hello, everyone! We're conducting an exclusive admissions interview with the University of Colorado Denver's Film & Television program. If you’re curious about the admissions process, curriculum, facilities, career outcomes, and/or the student experience, please post your questions in a reply...- Alexa P.
- Thread
- cu denver film school interview submit your questions university of colorado university of colorado denver us film schools
- Replies: 0
- Forum: General Film School Discussions
-
How to Get Into Loyola Marymount School of Film and Television: Tips from Admissions (Part 1)
Loyola Marymount University’s School of Film and Television offers more than cutting-edge resources, award-winning faculty and panoramic views — it’s a creative community where collaboration and authenticity come first. LMU welcomes undergraduate and graduate film students of all backgrounds...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 12 min read
- Category: Admissions Interviews
- admissions interview best film schools in the world best film schools usa film schools in california lmu lmu sftv loyola marymount university top film schools
-
How to Get Into Loyola Marymount School of Film and Television: Tips from Admissions (Part 2)
Part 2 of our LMU SFTV admissions interview continues with insights on the waitlist, successfully applying to its graduate film degrees, and more from Professor Weiko Lin, director of the Writing for the Screen M.F.A.; Tom Gutto, associate vice provost of undergraduate enrollment; and Lisa...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 10 min read
- Category: Supporting Member Exclusives
-
NYU Tisch: How to Apply for 2026, Acceptance Rate, and What To Expect as an NYU Film Student | NYU Tisch Masters of Professional Studies in Virtual Production and How to Apply for 2026 Entry
NYU Tisch’s Masters of Professional Studies in Virtual Production is a one-year graduate program ideal for filmmakers intrigued by fusing traditional filmmaking techniques with evolving digital media. Graduate students work at the Martin Scorsese Virtual Production Center, an expansive facility...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article page
- Category: Applying to Film School
- east coast film schools film school application advice graduate film school how to apply to film school new york university nyu nyu tisch undergraduate film school
-
USC SCA: How to Apply for 2026, Acceptance Rate, and What To Expect as a Film Student | How to Apply to USC SCA's Cinema and Media Studies MA/Ph.D. for 2026 Entry
USC's Cinema and Media Studies graduate degree program goes beyond technical skill-building to offer students a thorough, interdisciplinary comprehension of media and its function in society, integrating critical evaluation with historical, cultural, and industrial viewpoints. The MA and Ph.D...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article page
- Category: Applying to Film School
- film school application advice how to get into usc film school los angeles film schools usc usc 2023 usc bfa usc mfa usc sca usc sca admissions
-
Professor Jeff Stanzler’s Virtual Film Open Mics Spark Bold Storytelling
Editor's note: This article has been updated to promote Jeff Stanzler's next Zoom open mic on September 20 at 7 p.m. PST. To get the link to join, visit JeffStanzler.com. When pandemic restrictions wound down and then disappeared altogether, many of us left the virtual world behind — but not...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 6 min read
- Category: Professor Interviews
- chapman university dodge college essay feedback film professor interview film school application advice jeff stanzler mason leaver mentorship open mic special events
-
How to Get Into Emerson’s School of Film, Television and Media Arts: Admissions Advice and Program Insights (Part 1)
Emerson College has expanded its Department of Visual and Media Arts into the new School of Film, Television, and Media Arts, marking an exciting new chapter in the institution’s 130-year legacy. The College has a reputation for punching above its weight, including earning more Oscar wins and...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 22 min read
- Category: Admissions Interviews
- admissions department interview best film schools east coast film schools emerson emerson college emerson film and media art film school news how to get into emerson film school top film schools in the world
-
How to Get Into Emerson’s School of Film, Television and Media Arts: Admissions Advice and Program Insights (Part 2)
In part two of our interview, Alexa Pellegrini continues the conversation with Shaun Clarke, Hanadi Elyan, James Lane, and Barabara Selmo about the nuances of Emerson College's graduate film degrees. The team touches on hands-on production and portfolio development; admissions and financial aid...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 17 min read
- Category: Supporting Member Exclusives
- admissions department interview best film schools east coast film schools emerson emerson college how to apply to film school top film schools in the world
-
Inside UCLA TFT’s Professional Programs: A Conversation with Director Brian Patrick Fagan (Part 2)
Part two of FilmSchool.org’s interview with Brian Patrick Fagan, Director of UCLA TFT’s Professional Programs, shifts from admissions to the classroom. Fagan explains the unique features of Directing, Writing for Television, Screenwriting, and Acting programs; what makes instructors uniquely...- Alexa Pellegrini
- Article
- 8 min read
- Category: Supporting Member Exclusives
- admissions department interview best film schools brian patrick fagan film schools in california how to apply to film school ucla ucla professional programs ucla tft
Exclusive Supporting Member Benefits
Peak behind the admissions curtain. Supporting Members unlock full access to insightful data, interviews, and more...
Instant Keyword Alerts
Visible Supporter Badge & Highlighted Profile
Share Subscription with one family member or friend
Instant access • Cancel anytime