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  1. F

    Applied NYU MFA Film

    The application was pretty straightforward. The most challenge piece was writing up a dramatic scene. It took me a while to come up with an idea, but I was really happy with the end product. I also found the self-portrait to be an oddly satisfying, self-reflection exercise. For my sample, I...
  2. C

    Admitted (w/o Interview) GSU MFA Digital Filmmaking

    The application process went smoothly, and I was pleasantly surprised to hear back from the program so quickly. Since I was working full-time while preparing my application materials, it was a stressful period, but I’m glad I was able to complete everything successfully. SOP 3 Letters of...
  3. J

    Waitlisted (After Interview) USC SCA Film and TV Production MFA

    Of the two applications I did for this cycle (USC and NYU) I definitely felt like the USC application was the one I was able to have the most fun with. I had a really good time putting my short film together with my wife and my best friend and the written supplements felt a little looser than...
  4. egg

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) UCLA PRODUCTION / DIRECTING TFT

    Interview in two weeks. dont even remember what i submitted.Interview in two weeks. dont even remember what i submitted.Interview in two weeks. dont even remember what i submitted.Interview in two weeks. dont even remember what i submitted.
  5. A

    Denied (w/o Interview) NYU Film MFA

    I put a lot of effort into my Statement of Purpose but struggled getting all my ideas into three pages. I do think my intro video was creative and personal and I'm proud of my 2 page scene and 2 page narrative. I had fun with it and I think it reflects my voice.
  6. jingwen.felix

    Applied NYU Tisch MFA Film

    I think my application is strong, one thing that is not strong maybe my personal introduction video. first time apply, did not go to film school for undergrad. but lives in LA and made a side short with professional AFI graduates. I think the work is pretty strong. I am hoping to get a interview.
  7. J

    Waitlisted (After Interview) COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY DIRECTING/SCREENWRITING 2026

    I spent about 6 weeks on the application. Feeling pretty nervous about if I'll hear back, but I'm proud of what I accomplished! If I have any regrets it's that I wasn't able to submit any video except for one piece that I had written, but I did pleasantly surprise myself with what I wrote.
  8. A

    Waitlisted (After Interview) Columbia Directing and Screenwriting MFA

    I originally wasn’t going to apply to Columbia but someone told me wonderful things about the screenwriting program and I decided last minute to put together the written materials. What’s interesting is that I only submitted a 2 page scene that I wrote for my NYU application as my 10 page...
  9. lulalalulala

    Applied NYU Graduate Film - 2026

    waiting for the interview. I heard NYU just started sending interview. I submitted all the materials and keep updating my English score. Feel little anxious but I plan to move on until they send me the interview.
  10. I

    Applied AFI 2026

    Good! Very straight forward. They are clear about what they're asking for throughout the entire process. The film was a really fun thought exercise. No opportunity to show your portfolio or other work.
  11. H

    Interview Scheduled Columbia Directing/Screenwriting MFA - Fall 2026

    I got my interview invite on Feb 3! nervous but so excited! I am honestly not sure what else to include here its my first time applying to the mfa program and im very excited. I have a STEM background if that is relevant at all.
  12. rozvrio

    Applied Columbia MFA Directing/Screenwriting

    I had begun the application process nearly a year ago, planning and familiarizing myself with past years' material. It was smooth for me as I began early, but it was time-consuming. I enjoyed the autobiographical essay most given the choices I had debated between which life experiences I would...
    • rozvrio
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    • 2026 columbia directing mfa screenwriting
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    • Category: 2026 Fall Entry
  13. R

    Waitlisted (w/o Interview) FAMU DCDM - 2026 - INTENSIVE PROGRAM

    I loved doing the Intent for FAMU as it was very specific and the prompts encouraged me to elucidate about my artistic inclinations. Except for that, I had all the materials ready in one form or the other. For the storyboard, I just grabbed screenshots from my short film and made it into an...
  14. R

    Waitlisted (After Interview) Screenwriting/Directing - Columbia MFA

    Statement was a bit stressful but the portfolio requirements were pretty straight forward. Really enjoyed the 10 page screenplay where I wrote a short story about faith and music.
  15. MatthewCG

    Applied AFI - Directing - 2026

    My application was done very last minute. I managed to do everything in a weekend, and I don't recommend it. It is a lot to do, and I'm thankful to all the people that helped me finish in time. Applying to AFI has been something I had been wanting to do for years. I decided to give it a shot not...
  16. twurness

    Applied AFI DIRECTING - FALL 2026

    Submitted on Dec 1st, Intro and Assignments viewed on Jan 7th, no interview email yet. Applied to other schools and also have not heard back from others, but it's early. As of today (1/26) with emerson I have submitted at all the schools I applied to.
  17. zona

    Applied AFI Directing

    The application itself was fine. I did sort of have a tough time with the 60 second self-intro video--it's hard to say anything meaningful about yourself in 60 seconds! Otherwise very straightforward I think. I haven't heard anything about an interview yet though, so we'll see I guess.
  18. featherless

    Denied (w/o Interview) AFI - Directing (2026)

    Directed a short film last year specifically intended for AFI (and NYU). Shot a lot of extra footage while making my USC short, and cut it together to make my AFI short. Spent most of the time expanding on my personal statement for USC/UCLA. I was able to get feedback on my shorts from friends...
  19. featherless

    Declined Admission (Off Waitlist After Interview) UCLA - Production/Directing - Narrative (2026)

    Spent the majority of the time working on the treatment. In the end, I felt that it was fairly strong. However, I was revising my Statement of Purpose and Personal Statement up until the deadline, so I felt that I could've allocated more time on those essays instead of going all-in on the treatment.
  20. tylerrjenkins

    Denied (After Interview) AFI Directing - Fall 2025

    (This is being submitted a year after submitting, December 2025) Application process went fine, interview went okay but was unprepared for some questions and perhaps gave off a vibe of not being ready for the program. Reapplying this year.

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