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  1. M

    Denied (w/o Interview) Columbia - Film Directing MFA

    This application by far asked for the most submission materials, to the point where I have no idea how the admissions committee had any time to review all of them... lol. The autobiographical essay was the hardest to write because its recommended length was a lot longer than that of other...
  2. E

    Deciding between AFI and Columbia (and USC)

    Thoughts on where to go: AFI Producing Columbia Creative Producing USC Peter Stark Program (waitlist) I want to know thoughts based on the program first. Then, il Ladd the specific details of my situation and aid. Thank you to all for feedback
  3. D

    Admitted (After Interview) Columbia university - Creative Producing Fall 2023

    I find this program from a web search and thought this is it. It’s designed for me and I need to get in! It goes pretty smoothly overall. I spent two weeks working on every material. I don’t have a much-producing background, but I did many post-production and post-producing. Just got off of the...
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    • Comments: 4
    • Category: 2023 Fall Entry
  4. Stefano

    Interviewed Columbia (MFA Directing/Screenwriting) - 2023

    I remember being a little bit late on this one. I usually prepare well in advance, but I couldn't really "unlock" the film prompt request. I ended up writing one, but it felt rushed and I didn't really liked it. Then luckily I had my epiphany and closed the applicaiton.
    • Stefano
    • Application
    • columbia 2023 directing 2023 new york city screenwriting 2023
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: 2023 Fall Entry
  5. margotcat

    Applied Columbia Directing/Screenwriting

    Slow. Scary to have to wait. Worked very hard on the application, had been planning it out all summer long. Really hoping to hear about an interview soon, this is my absolute dream school.
  6. jkosmacki

    Interviewed Columbia MFA Screenwriting/Directing - Fall 2023

    Putting together the materials specific to Columbia's program was challenging in the sense that its rules are very prescriptive and the boundaries very rigid. For example, the one page treatment and the dramatic writing sample have page restrictions that can make it more difficult, but it also...
    • jkosmacki
    • Application
    • columbia 2023 directing 2023 screenwriting 2023
    • Comments: 3
    • Category: 2023 Fall Entry
  7. Lyu

    Admitted (After Interview) Columbia -Creative Producing

    I didn't even get the required language grades......so it's a surprise.It took me a very long time to write the script for Columbia, which was very difficult for me. As an international student I don't know how to say some memes in English haha😂 The script I turned in at the end may not have...
    • Lyu
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    • Comments: 11
    • Category: 2023 Fall Entry
  8. O

    Columbia Screenwriting/Directing MFA 2023

    I noticed there wasn't a thread for this, so I made one. How is everyone doing?
  9. O

    Applied COLUMBIA FILM MFA - Fall 2023

    Pretty well! I enjoyed filling this one out more than the others for some reason. Probably because I liked having more pages for my personal essay. It's hard to put together something that you think captures who you are as a prospective student.
    • OrsonReed
    • Application
    • columbia columbia 2023 directing directing 2023
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: 2023 Fall Entry
  10. Alexa P.

    What questions do you have for Columbia University Film School admissions department?

    FilmSchool.org is excited to announce our interview with Columbia University School of the Arts! Columbia is among the top-ranked film schools in the United States and the world. In 2022, The Hollywood Reporter named Columbia SOA no. 7 on its annual list of the 25 best American film schools...
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    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: FilmSchool.org Announcements
  11. degalder

    Waitlisted (After Interview) Columbia Directing & Screenwriting - Fall 2023

    No specific problems. Took a while to write the long motivational letter specially considering as it had to include all the CV within its narrative, as it was not included as a separate document. Other than that, writing the exercises which, I think have not been my best work... but it is hard...
  12. ABamidele

    Interviewed Columbia Directing/Screenwriting - 2023

    This year I really crafted my autobiographical essay to include more of my artistic influences and filmmaking experiences. I applied to both NYU & USC as well but felt this application was the strongest. @Vonnegut also helped review my materials and I would highly recommend him because he...
  13. V

    Offering consultations on Film MFA application - Columbia/NYU and beyond...

    Hi everyone, I'm a MFA graduate of a top USA film school and have worked in the film school admissions process for five years while there. I have been offering consultations for filmschool org members on their applications, funding considerations, short scripts and feature projects. So feel...
  14. ABamidele

    Grad School Personal Statement & Video Sample in Need of Feedback <3

    Hey Guys! I'm applying to USC, NYU & Columbia this year for my MFA and appreciate any suggestions or notes anyone has on my material. This is a general personal essay and will be slightly tailored to each school. The video is a combination of two projects I worked on during Undergrad...
  15. Columbia University: How to Apply for 2025, Acceptance Rate, and What To Expect as a Columbia SOA Film Student

    Columbia University: How to Apply for 2025, Acceptance Rate, and What To Expect as a Columbia SOA Film Student

    At Columbia University School of the Arts, film students master the art of storytelling in motion, learning future-facing visual and narrative techniques. Instructors include Academy Award winners and nominees, such as James Schamus (Producer and Screenwriter, "Brokeback Mountain," "Crouching...
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