usc 2026

  1. gimmeamin

    Denied (w/o Interview) USC Directing/Film Production MFA 2026

    I didn’t feel very confident about my application since I had to prepare it in a bit of a rush. As expected, I was rejected. My two-minute short film turned out fairly decent, but I was particularly lacking confidence in the self-introduction video, since I had to shoot it in a hurry.
  2. cheeseplank

    Admitted (Off Waitlist w/o Interview) USC - MFA Writing for Screen & Television

    It was my first time applying and I wish I had more information to give or things to say but I was on a time crunch when I started the prep for this application. The writing prompts they give you aren't that hard, but you have to get in the flow of writing. An advice I kept in mind from my...
  3. tylerrjenkins

    Admitted (After Interview) USC School of Cinematic Arts Directing MFA

    Had to create a two minute short film based around the prompt "this is the last chance" for the application. I interviewed with Robert Yeoman, Wes Anderson's DP, who, I am delighted to say, quite enjoyed how the film was shot. He asked me about some of the projects I listed on my resume before...
  4. sago

    Denied (After Interview) USC Film Production MFA 2026

    Preparing all the materials took a while such as planning for the 2-minute short film and writing all the required writing submissions. Planning ahead really helped me. The interview with a faculty member was super friendly and helpful. Long time waiting for this final decision.
  5. filmiskool

    Interviewed USC SCA MFA - Film & TV Production

    It was a process that had me creatively think of my work and life as an artist. The process helped me make sure I was making a deliberate decision to join USC.
  6. RF2000

    Admitted (After Interview) USC Film Production MFA

    The application was less hectic the second time around. The only issue that I ran into was creating the visual submission. I applied for the spring 2026 semester and was waitlisted, so i just reused the same materials from that application
  7. 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...
  8. A

    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) USC - Film production - 2026

    I love applying to these programs because it makes me do interesting work and thought experiments. USC's application is a challenge because you have to convey a lot of information, meaning, and emotions in a short amount of time (short essay, short scene, and short film). But it was a fun challenge!
  9. riematography

    Waitlisted (After Interview) USC MFA Film and Television Production - 2026

    It's been good! It could've gone better, as I submitted extremely last-minute. I feel like the work I had submitted wasn't adequate enough or MFA material. Feel free to PM me, or would like to stay in touch!
  10. SeaScreenwriter

    USC SCA - Writing for Screen & Television (BFA) 2026

    Hello! Admins please let me know if I am doing this wrong - new to the site and trying to figure it out! I am applying Dec 1 to the USC SCA Writing for screen and television program (BFA - transfer). I am looking for one or two professionals who would be willing to look over my writing...
  11. B

    Attending (Off Waitlist After Interview) USC / SCA MFA in Production (Directing)

    It has been good. I prepared months ahead by scouring this website and various others (the article posted here about being as vulnerable as possible and how important your personal statement is was very helpful). I was also able to travel to LA to do a campus tour which I used as an opportunity...
  12. Chris W

    USC SCA Film School Undergrad Applicants 2026

    Are you applying to USC film school as an undergrad? This is the thread for all 2026 application year discussions. Reply to this thread and meet your fellow applicants. Also, be sure to check out our interviews with a USC admissions member to get tips on applying...
  13. vichobarraza

    Periodista de Chile (26)

    Hello everyone, it’s a pleasure to connect with this community. I'm a journalist from Chile with a degree from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, where I also completed a Bachelor's in Arts and Humanities. In addition, I’ve completed two postgraduate diplomas: one in Digital...
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