Graduate Filmmaking Admissions
The UNCSA School of Filmmaking offers Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degrees in Creative Producing and Screenwriting. An interview with the arts faculty is required for admission. Applicants schedule an interview after a completed application, all required application documents, and a portfolio have been submitted.
Admission to the UNCSA School of Filmmaking is based on the application, required documents, video essay, interview, portfolio and academic merits.
Application Deadlines and Interview Dates
To be reviewed for admission, the following criteria must be met:
- A completed application is submitted
- Application fee is paid
- Required Application Documents(opens in new tab) are uploaded (letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc.)
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Friday, November 1, 2024 (11:59 p.m. EST) Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (11:59 p.m. EST) |
Applicants are emailed instructions on how to schedule a virtual interview after a completed application, application fee, portfolio and all required materials have been submitted. Dates are subject to change or rescheduling. |
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Admissions Criteria
Prerequisites
Applicants to the graduate Filmmaking programs are required to have completed a bachelor's degree or be scheduled for completion of a bachelor's degree prior to the upcoming fall semester.
GPA
Minimum college GPA of 3.0
Test Scores
GRE Scores (Optional)
The GRE is not required for admission, but scores will be considered. If you choose
to submit scores, please have official scores sent to the Office of Admissions.
International Applicants
International applicants are required to submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo scores. Minimum
score requirements for international students are:
- TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition: 79
- IELTS Academic: 6.5
- Duolingo English Test: 100
Completed Application, Fees & Required Documents
- Complete the online application.
- Pay your Application Fee: $95 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents, $130 for
international applicants or non-resident aliens. Application fees are non-refundable.
Payment Options-
Online: Follow payment instructions at the end of the application or on your Admissions Portal.
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Check or Money Order (through a U.S. bank): Make payable to "UNCSA" and include your full legal name. Mail your payment and full legible name of applicant to the Office of Admissions.
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International Applicants: Use Flywire to pay your application fee online through an international bank or pay by check or money order through a U.S. bank as listed above.
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- Upload all Required Application Documents prior to your listed application deadline.
Please note: If you are applying to two different UNCSA art schools (Design & Production, Filmmaking and Music) you will need to complete a second application and pay a second application fee.