Columbia Film School MFA Applicants 2026 (1 Viewer)

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cheeseplank

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Yesterday at 11:08 PM

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Well guys after a long contemplation I declined my offer yesterday (S&D cohort) so hopefully one of yall will get it instead + the scholarship too. The costs were just too high for me but I'll be in LA attending LMU instead, so if ur ever in the area I would be down to connect!

Good luck, wish yall the best!

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