dramatic writing

  1. K

    Waitlisted (After Interview) NYU Tisch Dramatic Writing 2026

    Waiting to hear back. Smooth process, strong interview, still stressed as hell. Got the impression that admissions should be returned sooner than later in order to acommodate upcoming NYU strike.
  2. toucanna

    Admitted (After Interview) DRAMATIC WRITING MFA FALL 2026 NYU TISCH

    It's gone well! I completely rewrote my pilot like three days before it was due, which probably wasn't the best decision, but I ended up being really happy with it. I had two really solid recommendations as well, and my personal statement is one of my favorite things I've ever written. Fingers...
    • toucanna
    • Application
    • dramatic writing mfa screenwriter screenwriting
    • Comments: 4
    • Category: 2026 Fall Entry
  3. USC School of Dramatic Arts

    USC School of Dramatic Arts

    For the first time in its history, students attending the USC School of Dramatic Arts to receive their Masters in Fine Arts (MFA) in the acting and dramatic writing programs will be attending the university tuition-free starting in the 2024-25 academic year. Incoming graduate students, as well...
  4. I

    NYU Dramatic Writing MFA Fall 2026

    Starting the thread for this year! Who applied? I applied, good luck to everyone! Post updates here please.
  5. 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...
  6. S

    Denied (w/o Interview) NYU Dramatic Writing MFA - 2025

    Smooth; this was my first time applying for the program. I did not receive an interview notification. I am open to answering questions about the process and insights from friends who interviewed and were accepted. ---------------------------------------
  7. R

    Waitlisted (After Interview) NYU TISCH DRAMATIC WRITING MFA-2025

    NYU was the easiest application I've done so far for MFA programs. It's rather standard (two letters of rec, two supplemental essays, resume, and creative portfolio.) The only frustrating part of this process has been the wait, but again that's pretty typical of universities. I am 22 and...
  8. S

    Denied (w/o Interview) NYU Tisch Dramatic Writing MFA 2025

    I applied for seven schools this year, all very competitive. It's my first round of applications so I am hoping to at least get interviewed or waitlisted somewhere, but I'm not necessarily expecting to get in this year.
  9. S

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) Carnegie Mellon Dramatic Writing MFA 2025

    I applied for seven schools this year, all very competitive. It's my first round of applications so I am hoping to at least get interviewed or waitlisted somewhere, but I'm not necessarily expecting to get in this year. I have heard that they have sent interview requests to at least some...
    • SBristow
    • Application
    • carnegie mellon dramatic writing playwriting screenwriting
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: 2025 Fall Entry
  10. B

    Waitlisted (After Interview) NYU Tisch - Dramatic Writing MFA - 2025

    Only submitting one writing sample was intimidating but made the app process easier. Didn’t feel particularly great about my personal statement, but hoping the sample makes up for it.
  11. H

    NYU Tisch MFA Dramatic Writing 2025

    Who's applying? Good luck!
  12. L

    Admitted (After Interview) NYU dramatic writing

    It was a straight forward application. It was difficult deciding whether to submit a play or screenplay. I submitted a full length play. I was lucky enough to receive an interview. It was a lovely conversation and I feel very fortunate for the positive feedback as well as the advice from my...
  13. S

    Interview Scheduled NYU Tisch Dramatic Writing MFA Fall 2024

    First time applying and first application sent in . . . Looking back there's already a LOT that I think I could have prepared better, but it's my first time so I'm going easy on myself. The PLAY is THE THING. I spent to much time worrying about statements, and I wish I would have spent that...
  14. Chris W

    NYU Tisch Dramatic Writing 2024 - Who's applying?

    Who's applying to NYU Dramatic Writing this year? Deadline is December 1st! Our guide to applying to NYU is here: How to apply 1. NYU Tisch Graduate Application: Submit these required materials by the deadline: Two Letters of Recommendation: Resume/CV Personal Statement — Explain in 750...
  15. G

    Denied (After Interview) NYU Dramatic Writing Fall 2023

    The application process has been pretty straight forward. Everything is done on the NYU website. I submitted a feature length film for my portfolio piece. Was notified of interview and then met with faculty a few days later.
  16. djo__

    Denied (w/o Interview) NYU - MFA Dramatic Writing - Fall 2023

    This is my second time applying to NYU- I was denied for their Fall 2019 Film MFA. But this is my first time applying to this program and the process has felt very different than my last time applying. I have a background in theatre, so the cross-discipline training is definitely a pull for me...
  17. S

    Waitlisted (After Interview) NYU Dramatic Writing - 2023

    Good. I spent about a year writing my feature script, so I feel good about my chances. I am waiting to see if I get an interview or not, but the waiting is hard!
  18. E

    Applied TISCH - Dramatic Writing - Fall 2023

    The application process went well! Felt slightly more daunting than the AFI application with the submission option of a 100+ word screenplay but I opted to submit a pilot instead. Overall, fairly good!
  19. J

    Applied NYU Dramatic Writing MFA | Fall 2023

    NYU has the most straightforward application process for any grad school I've applied to. You simply submit your script (or play in my case), your resume, two letters of recommendation (although I submitted four, two professional and two academic letters), and a statement of purpose. It is also...
    • jackaaron
    • Application
    • application dramatic writing fall 2023 mfa mfa 2023 nyu nyu 2023 screenwriring
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: 2023 Fall Entry
  20. A

    Denied (After Interview) MFA Dramatic Writing - NYU

    I've really enjoyed myself! It inspired me to write and gave me the motivation to finish my screenplay! I submitted a half an hour pilot in US format. I did find it really hard writing the statement of purpose with such a small amount of words but I was really happy with it in the end after...
    • Arthrax
    • Application
    • dramatic writing graduate mfa mfa dramatic writing nyc nyu screenwriter screenwriting writer writing
    • Comments: 2
    • Category: 2023 Fall Entry

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