mfa film

  1. E

    Is MFA degree good for editing?

    Hi, I'm currently interested to continue my study for a Master degree in filming and would love to work as an editor. I would love some advice from someone that has worked in the film industry. Is it better to learn filming in general and get a degree such as MFA or just focusing on the editing...
  2. LilyMunster

    What are my chances of getting into USC Film School MFA?

    Hi everyone, I am going to apply to USC(cinematic arts/writing for screen.tv) graduate school for fall 2017. I applied to ucla and lmu for fall 2016, but was rejected. I don't know why I was, but it might have had something to do with my average GPA(3.0) and it was my first time applying to such...
  3. J

    UCLA MFA 2016

    Hi! I am an admit for the Production/Directing track at UCLA this fall. With people coming off the wait list, I feel our cohort's becoming somewhat finalized. Should we start a Facebook group for us to introduce ourselves to one another?
  4. V

    Pepperdine MFA Cinematic Media Production

    Does anybody know anything about Pepperdine's Cinematic Media Production MFA? I'm already committed to another program but want to know what people have heard about this as I still have a couple of days left to decide and am curious.
  5. M

    CSULA mfa VS. pepperdine MFA screnwriting program

    So need some advice. I got into CSULA screenwriting program and Pepperdines screenwriting program. So pepperdine highlights: -Private, 2 year program, In Maibu, 44 units and you graduate cost is $71,000 roughly total( not a highlight) CSULA highlights: -Price is $17,900 total - is 3 year...
  6. M

    CSULA MFA Dramatic writting Advice

    Hello Everyone, I just got in to CSULA mfa program in screenwriting and wanted to get peoples thoughts of the program. DId you learn alot? Was the program benificial? Those sorts of things. Any advice would be awesome. Thanks you
  7. W

    Northwestern MFA Writing for the Screen and Stage Fall 2016

    I was admitted to the program and would love to hear from others who have been accepted and are considering Northwestern! Especially with decision deadlines approaching, it would be great to hear people's impressions of the program (both past and present!).
  8. juny3847

    Syracuse University's Film MFA

    Hey! I just got admitted into the Film MFA in Syracuse (as per the department of Trans-Media at the College of Visual and Performing Arts). It seems like a real cool program... I'm wondering if anyone here has any opinions on the program, or, better yet, experience in it. I'd very much...
  9. H

    Emerson MFA Media Arts

    Hi everyone, I'm a long time lurker and this forum really helps (I did the spreadsheet!!!) I heard back from Emerson few days ago, but now I'm a little bit confused about their school style. From their website, Media Arts program contains narrative, experiment and documentary, which gives me a...
  10. N

    2016 MFA in Producing

    Hi! I'm deciding between Columbia University and NYU for an MFA in producing. I am torn on which school to attend and would love to know why you're choosing your producing program. Thanks!
  11. JJ in the Twin Cities

    How old is too old for UCLA Screenwriting MFA?

    I'm currently in the UCLA Professional Program for Screenwriting, and am debating whether I should apply for the the MFA program (for entrance in 2017). I'm 45 and while I've heard that the MFA program seeks a diverse group of students, I'm wondering if in reality, it's more difficult for those...
  12. danieldrummond

    Chapman MFA Film Production - Fall 2016

    Hi all! Thought I'd create this thread for those attending or thinking of attending Chapman's Film Production program in Fall 2016. I actually graduated from Chapman's Digital Arts undergraduate program a few years ago (albeit I was originally in Screenwriting), and am returning there for my...
  13. J

    Chapman Screenwriting MFA

    Hello everyone, I couldn't find a current thread for Chapman's program so I thought I'd start one. The status of my application portal changed from "Pending Decision" to "Decision Reached" recently. I was wondering if anyone else has heard back/ had the same change in status/ or know what the...
  14. J

    Pepperdine MFA Screenwriting Film and Television

    Does anyone have ay info on Pepperdine's writing program? I got my acceptance for the MFA program about a week ago. The info on the school's website seemed great so I went ahead and applied and now got accepted. I was wondering if anyone has any info or thoughts on the program? Thanks!!
  15. Amanda

    Fall 2016 LMU MFAs

    Hi everybody! Starting this thread because I'd love to get to know and chat with the others here who are planning on attending LMU in Fall 2016 across any of their MFA programs (Writing for the Screen, Film & TV Production, and Writing & Producing for TV). I think it'd be awesome if we were able...
  16. Lixiang

    Several questions about MFA based on my own situation

    Hi everyone, I'm new here, and let me introduce myself first. I'm currently a junior in a liberal arts college, majoring in Film and Media. I'm interested in story-telling, directing and editing. I'm thinking of applying for MFA program this year (before12/1, the deadline for most of schools)...
  17. seok

    Question regarding MFA film/directing

    Hey guys, Might be a silly question, but I was wondering if there's any written test in the program? I know it's mostly thesis based, but what about those theory/film history classes? Also, do they grade the students like undergraduate program?
  18. hanstardust

    2016 UCLA Producers MFA

    Hi! Everyone. I'm an international student who is applying for producing program this year. Recently, I received a UCLA producers program interview invitation. And I have a few question to ask. I sincerely hope someone who has experienced that can give me some tips and advice. Also, I'd like to...
  19. Timothy Marc Hopper

    USC MFA Screenwriting Fall 2016

    Hey everyone...couldn't find a thread for this year's applicants. figured I would start it and begin the anguish of lurking.
  20. N

    2016 UCLA Screenwriting MFA

    I've been lurking here through my entire application process and finally had to post. Based on previous years, it could be this week or next for east coast applicants to get interview notifications. Hopefully we can update as we start to hear things, so future applicants can look at our posts...

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