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- TypePrivate
- International students2500
- Nationalities160
- Total programs40
Study abroad at New York Film Academy
New York Film Academy (NYFA) is an outstanding performing arts institution located in the world-famous city of New York. There are other campuses in the US, Italy, France, Russia, and China - it’s a truly global institution.
The Academy offers international students an array of exciting courses to choose from. Courses include filmmaking, producing, screenwriting, cinematography, musical theatre, game design, broadcast journalism, and more.
NYFA is one of the best places for aspiring creatives to learn their craft and hone their skills. Overseas students have access to brilliant facilities like film studios, theatres, high-tech equipment, social zones, and more.
Why study at New York Film Academy
- Hands-on learning
Get a real-world feel of your chosen field
- Industry connections
NYFA has links with the biggest names in the industry
- Powerful alumni network
Graduates include top showbusiness figures
Location
New York Film Academy
17 Battery Pl, New York, NY 10004, USA
Each NYFA campus is located in a vibrant student-friendly environment with so much to discover. Each campus is surrounded by amazing restaurants, nightlife venues, shops, parks, and tourist attractions.
Programs
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Fees and funding
Fee information
- Undergraduate tuition
from US$32,020 to US$59,700 per year
- Graduate tuition
from US$29,986 to US$50,416 per year
Funding
Undergraduate Scholarships
Talent Based Award
- Amount: Up to USD$15,000 per year - Requirements: The Talent Based Tuition Award is a program designed to identify applicants with exceptional aptitude for their program of study. All Talent Based Awards are based on an applicant's audition or portfolio and determined by the Admissions Department during the admissions process.Needs Based Tuition Assistance
- Amount: Up to USD$15,000 per year - Requirements: The Need Based Tuition Assistance is designed for applicants with financial need in order to help reduce the cost of education in New York Film Academy's long-term programs including the One-year and Two-year Conservatory Programs as well as the AFA, BA, BFA, MA and MFA degree programs. In order to qualify, applicants must show a credible need through documentation such as income tax statements or bank statements. Applicants must also submit an essay describing their need and accomplishments.Merit Based Award
- Amount: Up to USD$15,000 per year - Requirements: Recipients must demonstrate a history of academic achievement in addition to leadership, community service and a commitment to the arts. In order to be eligible for a Merit Based Tuition Award, candidates must be accepted to a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Fine Arts program. Applicants are evaluated based upon information provided in the admissions process including high school GPA and documentation of leadership roles, awards, community service or arts involvement.Graduate Scholarships
Talent Based Award
- Amount: Up to USD$15,000 per year - Requirements: The Talent Based Tuition Award is a program designed to identify applicants with exceptional aptitude for their program of study. All Talent Based Awards are based on an applicant's audition or portfolio and determined by the Admissions Department during the admissions process.Needs Based Tuition Assistance
- Amount: Up to USD$15,000 per year - Requirements: The Need Based Tuition Assistance is designed for applicants with financial need in order to help reduce the cost of education in New York Film Academy's long-term programs including the One-year and Two-year Conservatory Programs as well as the AFA, BA, BFA, MA and MFA degree programs. In order to qualify, applicants must show a credible need through documentation such as income tax statements or bank statements. Applicants must also submit an essay describing their need and accomplishments.Matthew Modine Masters Scholarship
- Amount: Up to USD$15,000 per year - Requirements: The New York Film Academy Matthew Modine Masters Scholarship provides financial assistance to outstanding candidates of the school's Master of Fine Arts (MFA) programs in Filmmaking and Acting for Film. Recipients must demonstrate the values set forth by New York Film Academy to further the art of visual storytelling. Candidates will exhibit exemplary purpose, creativity, and commitment to community. All scholarship decisions by NYFA are at its sole and absolute discretion and final.
Visa requirements for New York Film Academy
Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.
Life at New York Film Academy
The campus is packed with students from all over the world - it's bursting with lots of different cultures, languages, traditions, and faiths. The atmosphere is incredibly warm, welcoming, and open - you’ll make lots of friends very quickly.
There are a number of accommodation options available to international students at NYFA. The Academy’s helpful housing coordinator is on hand to help you find a safe, convenient, and comfortable place to live.
There’s plenty for international students to get involved with outside their studies. You’ll have lots of opportunities to meet new people thanks to great events, clubs, and student organizations to name a few.
Facilities
- Clubs & Organizations
- Student Tutoring & Support
- Academic Tutoring & Support
- Quiet Areas
- Computer labs
- Loan Laptops
- Cafe’s
- Individual Praying Rooms
- Campus parking
- Counselling & Mental Health Services
- Dance Studio