MFA

Acting for Film (Los Angeles)

Learn more about studying Acting for Film (Los Angeles) as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    41,000USD
  • Start date
    Jan, May, Aug, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What New York Film Academy says about their program:

During the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Acting for Film Degree program, students build mastery and expertise in the craft of acting through technical, emotional, and physical coursework and projects. Throughout their studies, students master advanced techniques and challenge their range through the rigorous curriculum, moving beyond their comfort zone and developing advanced skills in audition and performance.

In addition to a number of projects they may add to their reel, students also write, produce, act in their own thesis capstone film. The MFA in the Acting for Film program is a great fit for actors with previous training and experience looking to advance their skills in front of the camera, and gain more knowledge in the craft.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • BC Grade 12 Graduation (or equivalent)

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent)

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    68

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • Duolingo English Test

    105

Postgraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo English Test

    120

English proficiency waivers

  • English is the student's first or native language
  • Applicant has been studying in a college or university where the sole language of instruction is English for at least 1 full year at the time of their application
  • Applicant studied in a high school where the sole language of instruction is English for at least 3 full years at the time.

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Application fee
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Narrative Statement
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Creative Portfolio (if applicable)
  • Passport identification page

Postgraduate

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Narrative Statement
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Creative Portfolio / Audition (if applicable)
  • Passport identification page
  • Bank statements
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Scholarships at New York Film Academy

  • Merit Based Scholarship

    Official page

    NYFA's Merit Based Scholarship is awarded to qualified candidates in the college's Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) programs, with awards determined using information provided during the admissions process, including high school GPA. The page confirms this scholarship is open to domestic and international BFA applicants, noting that international students must have their transcripts converted via WES, making it a clear option for international undergraduates.

  • Need Based Scholarship

    Official page

    NYFA's Need Based Scholarship is designed for students with demonstrated financial need, helping to reduce the cost of tuition in NYFA's long-term programs. The scholarships and grants page states that domestic and international applicants to 1 and 2 Year Certificate, AFA, BFA, MA, MFA programs, and short-term workshops may apply, so international undergraduate BFA students are eligible.

  • Talent Based Scholarship

    Official page

    NYFA's Talent Based Scholarship identifies applicants with exceptional aptitude for their program of study. Awards are determined by the NYFA scholarship award committee based on the applicant's audition or creative portfolio submitted during admissions. The scholarship page explicitly states that domestic and international applicants to NYFA's 1 and 2 Year Certificate, AFA, BFA, MA, and MFA programs may apply, making it open to international undergraduate (BFA) students.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from US$32,020 to US$59,700 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from US$29,986 to US$50,416 per year

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What is the cost of living near New York Film Academy?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$3,692
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$2,206
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$144
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$71
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$68· New York City, New York average
Monthly public transport pass$138
Monthly grocery basket$249
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$22
Gym membership$132

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

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.

USA student visa requirements