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  1. K

    HELP! 2025 Admit: Choosing between UCLA and NYU for an MFA in Screenwriting/Dramatic Writing

    Hi there everyone. Thanks for taking a look... I've been racking my brain for a couple days over this decision and I thought it was time to ask some "pro's." This forum was the first one to come up :) I've read across the internet that NYU and UCLA are top schools, however, I hear different...
  2. C

    Fordham University or Syracuse University??

    Hi everyone!! I recently received all my college decisions, and I’m currently deciding between Fordham University (Lincoln Center) for Film and Television and Syracuse University (VPA) for Film (B.F.A.). I love the idea of being in a big city like New York with Fordham, but I’ve also heard...
  3. S

    Loyola Screenwriting vs Columbia Screenwriting/Directing

    Hello! I'm very lucky in that I've been accepted to both Loyola's screenwriting program as well as Columbia's Screenwriting and Directing program and am wondering if anyone could help me weigh the pros and cons of each, or has any insight they can give into either program. Thanks!
  4. A

    College Decision - SUNY Purchase vs Temple

    SO basically, I'm a high school senior who's looking to study screenwriting/playwrighting and directing. I've narrowed my choices down to SUNY Purchase and Temple. So far, I'm not really liking Temple mainly because of the city but I feel as though it might offer better chances at networking...
  5. J

    Film and Television Production BFA at Chapman or USC

    Hello! I got accepted into both Chapman (fall 2023) and USC (spring 2024) for film and television production which is something I am beyond grateful for! I am very torn to which school I should attend and I thought I would ask you all for any advice you might have on the topic. Due to financial...
  6. djo__

    Fall 2023 Brooklyn College Feirstein Acceptance - Now What?

    I just got into BC Feirstein (for Screenwriting) & have noticed a few others on here have as well. Because it's such a young program, I thought it could be good to pool any info we've gathered to help us with our decisions. I'm talking to someone I know who is a recent alum later this week but...
  7. jorgeicotte

    DePaul vs Brooklyn College for directing MFA

    I may end up deciding between these two. Caveat is I already live in Chicago. DePaul is the most established program but I'm particularly curious to hear from folks familiar with the Feirstein Graduate School of Cinema. Both programs tote their studio space. Feirstein has the benefit of...
  8. G

    Columbia Screenwriting/Directing vs AFI Screenwriting MFA

    So I ended up in a difficult position... I was accepted for Fall 2022 into Columbia Screenwriting/Directing and AFI Screenwriting--but then got COVID and ended up deferred... at both... Now I'm set to start Fall 2023, but am not sure where to go. I believe LA is massively advantageous to be...
  9. S

    25 years old want to change career and study film directing, need help

    Hi, 25 years old (software developer) from the Republic of Georgia, I want to study in a film school (Film Directing), don't know where or how. Need help from someone who understands the industry. Preferable location Europe. I don't have any money besides my job so I want to study and work...
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  10. A

    Stony Brook vs Emerson vs Brooklyn - A little confused about which school to attend.

    I just got my acceptance for Stony Brook directing track. I've also applied to Emerson and Brooklyn College (I'm fairly confident about these applications). I know Emerson is a giant when it comes to its robust program and alumni. Stony Brook so far has been my first choice among the three but...
  11. nvf101

    USC or AFI? (For Directing/Film & TV Production)

    Hi all, long time commenter/lurker and first time poster here. I find myself in the really fortunate and unexpected position of having been admitted to both USC and AFI for Fall 2021 and I’m in the process of figuring out which one to commit to. Since I am always bowled over by the insights and...
  12. J

    NEED ADVICE: SF State, UC Santa Cruz, CSU Northridge

    I applied to the above schools as a Film Production major and I applied to these schools for there film program. I got accepted into all of them and was just wondering if anybody has any information on them. SF State UC Santa Cruz CSU Northridge Thanks!
  13. mmilk88

    Emerson VS Chapman Screenwriting MFA

    Hi Everyone, I'm struggling with deciding which Screenwriting program to attend, currently I'm torn between Chapman and Emerson (low res program). Each program has its pros and cons for personal reasons, but I was wondering if there were any alumni or current students who could help speak to...
  14. L

    Is it worth it to enter film school online for the 2020/21 academic year?

    I am currently deciding if I should accept my enrollment at the UCLA Professional Screenwriting Program, considering it will all be online now. Thankfully, screenwriting is very accessible to teach through online. I am passionate about screenwriting and have been wanting to move to LA and attend...
  15. dkimg21

    MFA at UCLA, Columbia ... or wait for COVID to end?

    Hi all, Longtime lurker here, but I applied to a few programs to pursue my MFA this upcoming Fall. So far, NYU flat out rejected me. However, I was accepted to the UCLA Production/Directing program and waitlisted for Columbia's Screenwriting/Directing program, both after interviews. Even though...
  16. R

    LMU vs Emerson

    Hello! I have been accepted to both LMU and Emerson under Film Production (both with scholarships). I am currently trying to choose between the two... I know that both schools are highly regarded for their programs in Film however I'm not quite sure which school would suit me and also benefit me...
  17. C

    MFA PRODUCING @ USC Stark VS AFI Conservatory?

    Hi! Two very different schools in their approach to teaching Producing. How would you choose? AFI Conservatory has a lot of focus on the actual production process, making 3 films a year in teams of 6 across disciplines. I like the hands-on Creative approach. USC Stark is less focused on...
  18. Georgie Boyy

    Chapman v. LMU for MFA Screenwriting

    Hey everyone. I've been accepted to both schools and am pretty torn between the two. I know several of you are also in the same boat and I'd love to get some conversation going about this. Let me know what you think!
  19. GoodluckPatricia

    Northwestern Documentary Media VS NYU News&Doc 2020; Need help!

    Hi guys, I just got acceptance from Northwestern Documentary Media(MFA) and NYU News&Doc(MA). I can't make a decision among these two and really got a headache T.T... NEED your opinions!! And does anyone once apply to/ study right now at Northwestern's documentary program? It seems this program...
  20. NLegger

    Choosing a film school as an F-1 Student

    I'm an international student that just graduated from UTampa. Unfortunately, due to Visa complications that I had during my last semester in undergrad, I was a little late to the school application game. That being said, I still rounded up a bunch of schools that were still taking applicants and...

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