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  1. Inside UCLA TFT’s Professional Programs: A Conversation with Director Brian Patrick Fagan (Part 1)

    Inside UCLA TFT’s Professional Programs: A Conversation with Director Brian Patrick Fagan (Part 1)

    UCLA's School of Theater, Film and Television's Professional Programs provide an intensive, career-driven education in half the time as a traditional MFA — and at a more affordable price point for many students. Led by seasoned industry professionals in the heart of Los Angeles, these...
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    Speaking generally, how much does applying before the priority deadline vs regular deadline impact admissions chances for masters programs?

    This isn't about one school in particular, but if you have specific experience or knowledge about certain programs that's helpful too! I know your application will be reviewed first if you apply before the priority deadline (and so it's better in that sense), but how much of an advantage is it...
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    Questions regarding language requirement (NYU/Columbia U)

    Hi everyone, I am an international applicant of 21fall Directing program. Because I spent too much preparing portfolio, I have not enough time to prepare for my language test. I sent an e-mail to both schools to ask if I could submit scores after the deadline, and I received a yes answer...
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    I need help with my USC SCA personal statement (animation BA)

    I really don't have anything to write about besides how filmmaking has impacted my life in a positive way, which i know is pretty generic. here's my essay so far: (some background info, i made two short films and im putting them in my portfolio section, and theyre 5 minutes in total. is that...
  5. Rajesh Sharma

    Sophomore and need help to get on track to apply for film schools!

    Hi I'm a sophomore in high school, and I've wanted to make films since I was 7. I plan to apply to USC, UCLA, NYU, RISD, VCU, and similar schools with a focus on film. I'm currently anxious because I know that I have skill, but am afraid that my application will not look impressive enough and...
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    USC Visual Sample Video VS Photo Option

    Wondering if anyone can give any pointers on whether there are any advantages or disadvantages to choosing one or the other when it comes down to submitting the visual sample (applying to undergrad btw). I'm assuming that in the majority of applications they receive they'll get videos. I've...
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    Can I/ Should I go to film school?

    I'm still very young and this is definitely looking very much in the future.. but I am about to go to university to study English Lit and Spanish, but as the degree structure in Scotland allows you to take modules in a third subject of which I'm choosing Film Studies. It is my dream to work...

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