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California College of the Arts (CCA) in San Francisco and Oakland offers a highly creative and interdisciplinary environment for filmmakers and media artists.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BFA
- 2 Year MFA
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $50k to $70k
The Film Program at Sac State provides students with the educational experience and professional resources needed to develop a rich understanding of how films are made and create meaning in our culture.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to 30k
With seven programs of study, CTVA offers unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional training in a richly diverse environment.
Our faculty bring extensive professional experience to the classrooms, studios and labs, and are committed to instilling the knowledge, expertise, creative and analytical skills that will allow students to achieve their goals in the fields of television, film and new media.
The CSUN Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting Program offers an intensive...
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- 2 Year MFA
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to 30k
- Graduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to $30k
At CSULB, we believe our mission is to educate the next generation of filmmakers and scholars, whose diverse voices tell compelling stories that speak directly to their individual communities, as well as society as a whole. Our department provides the platforms to elevate every student, and trains them to excel in their chosen areas of the industry.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- Concentrations
- Cinematography
- Digital Arts
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
The Department of Television, Film & Media at California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA) offers a comprehensive curriculum in television, film, and media studies that blends critical analysis and practical production experience.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- 1 Year MA
- 2 Year MA
- 2 Year MFA
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to 30k
- Graduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to $30k
The Bachelor of Arts in Cinema and Television Arts includes a variety of courses in critical studies, management, production and writing that examines many aspects of film and television.
Cal State Fullerton’s MFA in Screenwriting is designed for those “seeking professionally oriented education and training in writing for film, television, and interactive media.” The two-year program results in two screenwriting thesis projects. Prospective students can get a preview of curriculum here...
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- 2 Year MFA
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to 30k
Azusa Pacific University (APU) is a private Christian university in Azusa, California, offering hands-on film and media education through its School of the Arts and Department of Cinematic Arts. Programs integrate creative storytelling, technical production skills, and a Christian worldview while leveraging proximity to Hollywood and industry opportunities.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- 4 Year BFA
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $30k to $50k
Cultivate tools and techniques to thrive as a director, editor, or cinematographer.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BFA
- 2 Year MFA
- Concentrations
- Animation
- Cinematography
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Producing
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $50k to $70k
- Graduate Tuition (Annual)
- $50k to $70k
First established in 1967, the American Film Institute is world renowned for producing pioneers and trailblazers in the film industry. As a not-for-profit, private graduate film school, the AFI Conservatory teaches multimodal pedagogy in hands-on courses led by industry experts. Film students learn the art of narrative cinema by exploring their specializations in a highly collaborative environment. From Amy Hecklering (Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Clueless) to Terrence Malik (Badlands, Thin...
- Degrees Offered
- 2 Year Conservatory
- Concentrations
- Cinematography
- Editing
- Producing
- Production Design
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- Primarily In-Person
- Graduate Tuition (Annual)
- $70k to $90k
Academy of Art University’s School of Motion Pictures & Television offers career-focused film and television training with an emphasis on hands-on production, professional workflows, and portfolio development. Students can pursue associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and MFA degrees across disciplines such as directing, cinematography, producing, editing, and screenwriting. Courses are taught by working professionals and are available on campus in San Francisco or online, with students completing...
- Degrees Offered
- 2 Year AA
- 2 Year AS
- 4 Year BFA
- 2 Year MA
- 3 Year MFA
- Certificate Program
- Concentrations
- Acting
- Cinematography
- Composing (Film Scoring)
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Producing
- Production Design
- Screenwriting
- Sound / Sound Design
- Writing for Screen & Television
- Instruction Format
- Hybrid (In-Person + Remote)
- Fully online
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $30k to $50k
- Graduate Tuition (Annual)
- $30k to $50k
Scottsdale Community College offers accessible, hands-on training in visual storytelling and digital production. This two-year program (Associate in Applied Science) teaches students core skills in video production, screenwriting, cinematography, audio, editing, and media theory using industry-standard tools and project-based coursework. Students work on real projects, learn safety and production etiquette, and can earn a Certificate of Completion in Documentary Film Production as well. The...
- Degrees Offered
- 2 Year AAS
- Certificate Program
- Concentrations
- Cinematography
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- Under $10k
In partnership with Killer Films, we offer a dedicatedly indie conservatory style MFA in Film with hands-on training, alongside one of the first stand alone TV Writing MFAs in the country.
- Degrees Offered
- 2 Year MFA
- 3 Year MFA
- Concentrations
- Producing
- Screenwriting
- Writing for Screen & Television
- Writing and Producing for Television
- Other (please specify)
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- Under $10k
- Graduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to $30k
The University of Hartford offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Cinema through its College of Arts and Sciences (Department of Communication).
Read our interview with University of Hartford here:
- Degrees Offered
- 3 Year BA +1 MBA
- 4 Year BA
- Concentrations
- Film Business
- Film & Television Production
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $30k to $50k
Long Beach City College’s Film & Film Studies program offers a hands-on, affordable pathway into filmmaking and media production through associate degrees and a certificate in digital filmmaking.
- Degrees Offered
- 2 Year AS
- Certificate Program
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Instruction Format
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- Under $10k
The University of South Alabama’s Digital Film and Television Production program offers a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Film and Television Production, preparing students for careers in film, television, and visual storytelling through hands-on production experience. Students learn to produce, direct, light, shoot, edit, and manage projects, while building practical skills in studio and field environments. The curriculum blends practical filmmaking with opportunities for internships and...
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- Concentrations
- Cinematography
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to 30k
University of North Alabama’s BFA in Film Production is a hands-on undergraduate program focused on narrative and documentary storytelling. Housed in the Department of Cinematic Arts & Theatre, the curriculum emphasizes directing, cinematography, editing, sound, and producing through project-driven coursework, collaborative crews, and faculty mentorship. Students begin production early and graduate with a portfolio of completed films, preparing them for entry-level industry work or further...
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BFA
- Concentrations
- Cinematography
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Producing
- Screenwriting
- Sound / Sound Design
- Theatre
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to 30k
The University of Alabama’s Creative Media (BA) is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program focused on storytelling across film, video, and digital media. Housed in the Department of Journalism & Creative Media, the program combines hands-on media production with critical analysis, writing, and media theory. Students develop skills in video production, editing, and narrative development while preparing for careers in film, television, digital media, and related creative industries.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- Concentrations
- Digital Arts
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to 30k
Auburn University’s Film & Media Studies (BA) is an undergraduate liberal arts program that explores film, television, and digital media through both critical study and creative practice. Students learn how media shapes culture while also having access to a Film Option that develops practical skills in writing, directing, cinematography, editing, sound, and collaborative production. The curriculum blends theory, historical and cultural analysis, and hands-on projects to prepare graduates for...
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- Concentrations
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Screenwriting
- Instruction Format
- Primarily In-Person
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $10k to 30k
Vassar treats film as a primary humanistic discipline. The program is unique for its balanced weight between production and screen studies; you aren't allowed to just "be a techie." Before you touch a high-end camera, you are grounded in a diverse canon ranging from silent masterpieces to modern streaming content, ensuring that your original work is informed by 100+ years of cinematic history.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Instruction Format
- In-Person Only
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $70k to $90k
Unlike production-first schools, the University of Rochester focuses on the history, theory, and criticism of the moving image. It is designed for the student who wants to understand why movies work and their impact on society, rather than just how to operate a cinema camera. However, because of the school’s unique "Rochester Curriculum," students have immense freedom to "cluster" or double-major in areas like Digital Media Studies, Music, or English to build a custom, well-rounded education.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BA
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Undergraduate Tuition (Annual)
- $70k to $90k
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