UCLA Screenwriting MFA 2013

[Chessirose]

I interviewed with John Sweet and he said that Richard and Hal had already been back East and to expect results within the next week or two (this was Thursday 2/28). He, however, did not mention anything about slots already being occupied by those on the East Coast.

 

[Mike Clayton]

My interviewer said their process is like choosing the pope--nobody quite knows how it's done.

 

[Fanfand]

has anyone received rejection letter by email or mail yet?

 

[Screenwriter70]

The rumor mill can stop now, lol. The interviews are over, the decisions made. Those that have been chosen will be contacted soon. Now, it's just a waiting game to see if you're one of the fortunate 34. Good luck!

 

[Mike Clayton]

...And the clicking sound of the "refresh" button began echoing through dorms. apartments, and houses everywhere...

 

[jeremy's sea]

I heard they were traversing the mountains of Tibet to cast the bones with the old gurus before submitting the final candidates to the Thunderdome to fight for a seat.
Just what my interviewer told me.

 

[Mike Clayton]

@jeremy's sea FTW

 

[Screenwriter70]

Newbie know thy mentor...

 

[Mike Clayton]

Screenwriter70, we need some new intel! Over.

 

[handstokeys]

Yes, please! I am on pins and needles waiting.

 

[Screenwriter70]

It's hard to believe that just a moment ago I was where you all are now. Fortunately, I didn't have to wait long. I interviewed on March first and was given the good news just six days later. Waiting sucks. But I promise you, if you're accepted, it will be one of the best days of your life. And hey, you'll have an instant friend in me... Brothers and sisters in screenwriting. Bruins for life.

 

[Mike Clayton]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMyCa35_mOg

 

[jeremy's sea]

I just got AMAZING news!!!!

I'm sure you can guess what it is...

 

[Michael Dorsey]

Ditto...

Now trying to decide between UCLA and USC. I know the programs are WAY different, but I'm still not sure which I prefer.

Anyone have any thoughts?

 

[Hiram Bingham]

Just got in as well. (Three tries, *whew*).

 

[honeybadger]

I got the official news today as well! Congratulations to all of my future fellow classmates, and to those of you who don't make it in this year, use me and Hiram as proof, do not give up!

 

[jeremy's sea]

Yup. This was my second app as well. First interview though. Now we just have to wait for the Graduate Division to approve us? Make certain I went to a real university...
Was a Gopher, now a Bruin!

 

[WKJoel]

I just got in as well, my second year applying, second interview, first acceptance. Feels great. I'm looking forward to seeing all of you in the fall.

 

[gabrielmf]

Hey guys, I've been lurking for a while, but decided to finally create an account. I also just found out that I got in! However, I also got into USC, and would like to know if anyone has any opinion on which one I should choose. I have mostly a TV focus, but also write features occasionally, and think that videogames might also be a good market. I've been thinking mostly USC, but maybe UCLA has an amazing redeeming quality I don't know about? Any opinion appreciated!
Congrats to everyone who got in! You must have worked hard for it, go celebrate.

 

[perspectivestudent]

Congrats to all of those who have been accepted! Does anyone know if all decisions have gone out, or is there still hope for some of us?