directing

  1. Boethius

    Columbia University Directing/Screenwriting MFA -- 2021 Graduate -- AMA

    Hello, hopeful film school applicants. This site was my top go-to as I applied to film schools five years ago, and I know how anxiety-inducing the application process can be. I graduated this spring and still believe Columbia was the best choice for me. Please feel free to ask questions about...
  2. Mos31203

    Inquiry: NYU tuition fee and experience

    Hi guys, I’m pretty sure this is a topic that’s been discussing for a few times now, but I’m hoping to get latest updates/thoughts on this. I’m an international student from Asia. Going to NYU film school has been my dream for years, but after the pandemic, things changed a lot for me and my...
  3. Chris W

    Columbia University - Screenwriting/Directing Fall 2022 entry

    This is a thread for those of you applying to Columbia University Screenwriting/Directing for entry in Fall 2022. Reply below if you are planning to apply to meet your fellow applicants. Here is our current admissions statistics for the program: When you apply please add your application so...
  4. C

    Waitlisted (After Interview) Columbia Film MFA 2021

  5. Stony Brook University - MFA in Film Directing

    Stony Brook University - MFA in Film Directing

    The Stony Brook MFA in Film is the only graduate program in the SUNY system fiercely dedicated to independent filmmaking. Our approach is simple — roll up your sleeves and dive in. With today's technology, all you need is a well-crafted story, a realistic plan, and the drive to make it happen...
  6. M

    Denied (w/o Interview) NFTS MA DIRECTING FICTION COURSE 2022

    Standard NFTS Directing Application: -15 minutes of a short film you solely directed -a 2 page, double spaced, feature film or short film treatment -many questions about your background, motivations, why you want to study at the NFTS, and what you think you could improve from the short film you...
  7. Jina Miao

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) AFI Directing - 2019

  8. karolasmc

    Denied (w/o Interview) Senior in HS, applied to USC SCA Film and TV Production.

    Hi, I'm Karola. I'm a senior in high school from Southern California. I love making videos with my friends. Whether it's writing, directing, acting, editing, shooting, costume design, sound design, I love it all. I also love fashion on the side, along with probably all other art forms, because...
    • karolasmc
    • Application
    • directing directing 2021 directing fiction directing mfa los angeles sca usc school of cinematic arts university of southern california usc
    • Category: Fall 2021 (MA/MFA)
  9. F

    (APPLY) Johns Hopkins MA in Film and Media

    Hello, I recently was accepted to one of my top choices and will be attending but I wanted everyone in here to know about another program I was accepted to, the MA in Film & Media program at Johns Hopkins. If film school is your end-all, be-all for next year - I highly recommend applying. It...
  10. dintaifung

    Denied (w/o Interview) MFA in Directing- AFI- Fall 2021

  11. LeNoc

    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) Chapman film production - 2021 transfer

    First time applying.
  12. 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...
  13. C

    Admitted (After Interview) Chapman Film Production - Editing/Directing

  14. T

    Waitlisted (After Interview) Columbia MFA Writing and Directing

  15. X

    Interviewed Columbia-Directing/Screenwriting 2021 Fall

  16. L

    Admitted (After Interview) Syracuse Directing

  17. L

    Admitted (After Interview) Columbia Directing/Screenwriting

  18. louieg

    Admitted (After Interview) Chapman (Dodge College)

  19. dintaifung

    Denied (w/o Interview) NYU TISCH Graduate Film- Fall 2021

  20. monstergirl

    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) DePaul University Directing FA 2021


Latest Accepted Applications

  • Fall 2021 (MA/MFA)

    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) LMU - Film and Television Production 2021

    The application process was more or less straight forward. It was fairly easy, just take your time and pace yourself to finish all the needed requirements.
    MS/MA/MFA Program
    LMU - Film and Television Production
    Submission Date
    Dec 11, 2020
    Interview Date
    Mar 12, 2021
    Decision Notification Date
    Apr 28, 2021
    Admitted Off Waitlist Date
    Apr 28, 2021
    GPA: #.##

    Become a Supporting Member to see the GPAs, SAT scores, GRE scores, portfolios, etc... that were submitted with this application. (If provided by applicant)
  • Spring 2022 (MA/MFA)

    Admitted (After Interview) Nfts Directing animation MA 2022

    I got admitted to this course after doing a 5 day selection workshop which included an interview. A bit over a week after the workshop finished I got an email with the final decision.
    MS/MA/MFA Program
    NFTS - Directing Animation
    Submission Date
    Jul 7, 2021
    Interview Date
    Sep 2, 2021
    Decision Notification Date
    Sep 14, 2021

    Become a Supporting Member to see the GPAs, SAT scores, GRE scores, portfolios, etc... that were submitted with this application. (If provided by applicant)
  • Fall 2021 (MA/MFA)

    Admitted (w/o Interview) USC Writing for Screen and Television

    Notified by email of a decision status in the youSC portal at 2:33am, logged onto the portal to find there was an acceptance letter. The letter requested a statement of intent + $300 deposit.
    MS/MA/MFA Program
    USC - Writing for Screen and TV
    Submission Date
    Nov 15, 2020
    Decision Notification Date
    Feb 27, 2021
    GPA: #.##

    Become a Supporting Member to see the GPAs, SAT scores, GRE scores, portfolios, etc... that were submitted with this application. (If provided by applicant)
  • Fall 2021 (MA/MFA)

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) USC SCA Film Production - Fall 2021

    I was admitted for Fall 2021 after being taken off the waitlist!
    MS/MA/MFA Program
    USC - Directing/Film Production
    Submission Date
    Nov 1, 2020
    Interview Notification Date
    Jan 22, 2021
    Interview Date
    Jan 25, 2021
    Decision Notification Date
    Mar 2, 2021
    Admitted Off Waitlist Date
    Jun 15, 2021

    Application Materials attached:
    1. Personal Statement
    2. Short Film

    GPA: #.##

    Become a Supporting Member to see the GPAs, SAT scores, GRE scores, portfolios, etc... that were submitted with this application. (If provided by applicant)
  • Fall 2021 (MA/MFA)

    Admitted (After Interview) MA Filmmaking - London Film School

    As far as application details / materials are concerned, the following documents were part of submission: - A Personal Statement - Portfolio of a few works done till date - A Photography Portfolio ( Optional) - Link to a project that you have worked on, in any capacity (DoP / Director /...
    MS/MA/MFA Program
    London Film School - MA Filmmaking
    Submission Date
    Oct 15, 2020
    Interview Notification Date
    Nov 22, 2020
    Interview Date
    Nov 25, 2020
    Decision Notification Date
    Dec 15, 2020

    Become a Supporting Member to see the GPAs, SAT scores, GRE scores, portfolios, etc... that were submitted with this application. (If provided by applicant)
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