Chapman Screenwriting vs. NYU Dramatic Writing?

[oliviaaa]

I got accepted into both Screenwriting at Chapman University and Dramatic Writing at NYU (yay!) but I'm super torn between the two. I'm leaning towards NYU because of their great reputation in the industry, large alumni network, and location in a city I love BUT Chapman has a great film school with closer proximity to LA so they might have a networking advantage. Although they have great facilities, I don't know if they can match NYU academically and quality-wise in terms of scripts as NYU is more selective. While I have the ability to pay for both, Chapman did give me a $20K scholarship which is another reason why I'm so conflicted.

If anyone that attends either of these programs could offer advice that would be great! Even if you don't go to either of these schools I'd love any input at all.

 

[fugghetabahdit]

The $20k scholarship! Congrats!!!

 

[jwel98]

I got accepted into both Screenwriting at Chapman University and Dramatic Writing at NYU (yay!) but I'm super torn between the two. I'm leaning towards NYU because of their great reputation in the industry, large alumni network, and location in a city I love BUT Chapman has a great film school with closer proximity to LA so they might have a networking advantage. Although they have great facilities, I don't know if they can match NYU academically and quality-wise in terms of scripts as NYU is more selective. While I have the ability to pay for both, Chapman did give me a $20K scholarship which is another reason why I'm so conflicted.

If anyone that attends either of these programs could offer advice that would be great! Even if you don't go to either of these schools I'd love any input at all.

I got accepted into both Screenwriting at Chapman University and Dramatic Writing at NYU (yay!) but I'm super torn between the two. I'm leaning towards NYU because of their great reputation in the industry, large alumni network, and location in a city I love BUT Chapman has a great film school with closer proximity to LA so they might have a networking advantage. Although they have great facilities, I don't know if they can match NYU academically and quality-wise in terms of scripts as NYU is more selective. While I have the ability to pay for both, Chapman did give me a $20K scholarship which is another reason why I'm so conflicted.

If anyone that attends either of these programs could offer advice that would be great! Even if you don't go to either of these schools I'd love any input at all.

Congrats on getting accepted to two great programs! I have no personal connection to either one but it would be extremely hard for me to pass up going to NYU given how highly the film programs there are looked at and the success of many of their graduates.

 

[Deborahevents]

I got accepted into both Screenwriting at Chapman University and Dramatic Writing at NYU (yay!) but I'm super torn between the two. I'm leaning towards NYU because of their great reputation in the industry, large alumni network, and location in a city I love BUT Chapman has a great film school with closer proximity to LA so they might have a networking advantage. Although they have great facilities, I don't know if they can match NYU academically and quality-wise in terms of scripts as NYU is more selective. While I have the ability to pay for both, Chapman did give me a $20K scholarship which is another reason why I'm so conflicted.

If anyone that attends either of these programs could offer advice that would be great! Even if you don't go to either of these schools I'd love any input at all.

May I ask where you decided to go? Would love any insight you are willing to share. Any suggestions even in the application process. Applying Fall 2021 for Fall 2022.

 

[tressaratops]

I got accepted into both Screenwriting at Chapman University and Dramatic Writing at NYU (yay!) but I'm super torn between the two. I'm leaning towards NYU because of their great reputation in the industry, large alumni network, and location in a city I love BUT Chapman has a great film school with closer proximity to LA so they might have a networking advantage. Although they have great facilities, I don't know if they can match NYU academically and quality-wise in terms of scripts as NYU is more selective. While I have the ability to pay for both, Chapman did give me a $20K scholarship which is another reason why I'm so conflicted.

If anyone that attends either of these programs could offer advice that would be great! Even if you don't go to either of these schools I'd love any input at all.

hello! not sure if you'll see this, but i'm currently deciding between the same thing. what did you pick?

 

[oliviaaa]

hello! not sure if you'll see this, but i'm currently deciding between the same thing. what did you pick?

omg!! i haven’t been on this site in 4 years until i got this email. i chose NYU! i’m graduating next week with my BFA, a minor, and several internships under my belt

 

[tressaratops]

omg! con-freaking-grats!! if you don't mind me asking, are you in a lot of debt? that's my main worry, otherwise i would pick nyu in a heartbeat

 

[Interested Party]

I have heard fabulous tings about Chapman. Downside of NYU is the time on playwriting if that’s not an interest. Good luck!

 

[oliviaaa]

omg! con-freaking-grats!! if you don't mind me asking, are you in a lot of debt? that's my main worry, otherwise i would pick nyu in a heartbeat

Luckily I don’t have any debt but I know a lot of people that do. If it’s manageable (you will realistically be able to pay it off) or you’re able to get scholarships, it’s very worth it. Otherwise, I’m not sure that I would take on exorbitant amounts of loans for a screenwriting degree.

 

[oliviaaa]

I have heard fabulous tings about Chapman. Downside of NYU is the time on playwriting if that’s not an interest. Good luck!

Yes, both programs are great. I went in not interested in playwriting but actually developed an interest in it! There’s lots to learn from plays.

 

[Chris W]

omg!! i haven’t been on this site in 4 years until i got this email. i chose NYU! i’m graduating next week with my BFA, a minor, and several internships under my belt

Welcome back!

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