screenwriting

  1. B

    Attending (Off Waitlist After Interview) UT Austin - Screenwriting MFA - 2025

    First time applying. Application was straightforward, I only submitted one writing sample (a feature script) but considered submitting a comedy pilot in addition.
  2. S

    Interview Scheduled Columbia - Directing/Screenwriting MFA - Fall 2025

    Good! I applied in Dec 2024, submitting my application on the due date, Dec 3. I got an interview invite on Feb 4, and it’s on Feb 24. I’m preparing and looking for help with interview prep as well.
  3. 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.
  4. S

    Denied (After Interview) Columbia Writing for Film & Television MFA - 2025

    Smooth; my first time applying Re: questions, Columbia SOA's admissions department was responsive, generous, and helpful. I spoke with a current student with the help of their incredible Admissions Assistant. Denied on 3/28 after interview on 2/24. I thought the interview was extremely...
  5. D

    Admitted (After Interview) Columbia - Screenwriting and Directing

    I worked on this application, especially my essay, for like 6 months! It's hard work to come up with so many new stories that feel inspired, but it feels rewarding in the end.
  6. Congyue

    Interview Scheduled Chapman University Film MFA Showrunner Program

    I put TV writing and producing there, as I didn't see the showrunner thread. But the application portal says it's called Showrunner Program. Maybe it's a new thread? The application process is clear and straight forward. The required materials are similar to those of USC's, and basically the...
  7. G

    Applied UCLA Screenwriting MFA- 2025

    My first time applying. Application process was not bad. Biggest challenge was submitting 2 completed writing samples. Other than that it was pretty straightforward. I submitted an hour long drama and an half hour dramedy. I applied for the TV writing track.
  8. S

    Denied (w/o Interview) USC Writing for Screen and TV MFA - 2025

    Smooth; my first time applying. Re: questions, USC's admissions department was responsive and helpful. I am open to answering questions about the process. ________________________________________________________
  9. S

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) LMU Writing for the Screen MFA - 2025

    Smooth; my first time applying. I had one brief, general meeting with an LMU SFTV recruiter prior to applying. (1/29) I did not hear back regarding interviews when Writing and Producing for TV MFA candidates did. I am open to answering questions about the process...
  10. S

    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) DePaul Screenwriting MFA - 2025

    Smooth; my first time applying. I was encouraged to reach out to past/current faculty members to understand if DePaul was right for me. I am open to answering questions about the process. ________________________________________________________
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    Applied LFA MA Screenwriting 2025

    It all went relatively smoothly. I already had a CV: it’s not packed, because I have never had a job, but my current place of study has collaborative kind of mentality, so I worked on couple projects for clients. Personal statement… kinda boring. Just a funny story and some yapping about my...
  12. R

    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) Loyola Marymount - MFA Writing and Producing for Television

    Simple, well-put together application and fairly straight-forward. All materials have long descriptions of expectations. A video portion is required to answer questions. Full-length original 1/2 hour screenplay a major factor in the application
  13. czu

    Denied (After Interview) Northwestern Writing for the Screen and Stage Fall 2025

    This process went pretty well and I'm glad I had done it before because I was a little more prepared than last year, especially for some of the more random supplemental materials. Plus, my UC Riverside app had a lot of material that I could reuse for these prompts so that was good. Somehow I...
  14. WillBeetle

    Admitted (w/o Interview) Chapman Writing for Film and Television BFA - 2025

    The application process went very smoothly for me! I found out about Chapman near the end of summer 2024. Prior to this, when I brought up my desire to attend film school, I'd only really had people recommend UCLA, USC, NYU, and the like. Chapman, and specifically Dodge College, seemed to differ...
  15. czu

    Attending (Admitted w/o Interview) UC Riverside Screenwriting MFA Fall 2025

    This one was kind of rough. Really exciting program but wow, the directions were very confusing. Their site has a ton of old info that directly conflicts with the actual application instructions and there isn’t even a clear due date because lots of the deadlines on the site and in promotional...
  16. czu

    Admitted (After Interview) DePaul University Screenwriting MFA Fall 2025

    This one was rough. A FOUR PAGE SOP?! I don't know, maybe I'm old and tired, but it just felt like that was such a huge canvas that I didn't really need, but I didn't want to be that guy who only used like two pages, so I felt like I was filling it with so much fluff. I applied for the general...
  17. czu

    Interviewed Carnegie Mellon Dramatic Writing MFA Fall 2025

    Another one of those weird places that wants you to submit on two different platforms. I find that sort of annoying honestly lol. I really like that you could submit a full screenplay, but I definitely turned this in during a really hectic time and I already found a typo - eek! I've heard that...
  18. czu

    Denied (w/o Interview) UT Austin Michener Center Screenwriting MFA Fall 2025

    Application wasn't too bad. I really felt like I vibed with the 750 word limit this year where in the past it's sometimes felt too short compared to other programs. As always, glad that there's crossover between this application and the RTF, and it felt like that was made slightly more seamless...
  19. R

    Denied (w/o Interview) UCLA - Screenwriting

    Very straight forward application with freedom of open prompts. Can include two half-an-hour screenplays for television or one feature-length screenplay. Personal statement and statement of intent required. No other essays required.
  20. R

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

    Lengthy application with multiple prompt sections. Long form essays, speaking about experiences included as well. Only allows for up to 10 pages of a screenplay. Not challenging, but definitely takes a decent amount of time. Financial aid prompts and additional screenplay to receive scholarships

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