MFA

Film Production

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    36,000USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

Program overview

What Full Sail University says about their program:

Innovations in techniques, communication, and distribution channels have leveled the playing field for filmmakers, but the elements of a compelling film remain the same. In Full Sail University’s Film Production master of fine arts program, your education centers on fundamentals such as storytelling, visual aesthetics, and technical roles, as well as the business strategies needed to bring your completed works to audiences.

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Admission requirements

English requirements

Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate the required level of language proficiency by providing documentation of one of the following:

  • TOEFL iBT minimum required score of 79
  • IELTS Academic minimum required score of 6
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) score of 53

Additional language proficiency exams may be accepted and scores are only valid for 2 years

Entry requirements

  • Interview with Admissions Representative
  • High school/secondary school transcript (required for undergraduate degree programs)
  • University or college transcripts accompanied by a third-party evaluation (for graduate programs or transfer credits)
  • Verification of language proficiency
  • Financial Guarantee
  • Copy of Government identification
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Fees and funding

Funding

Academic Advantage Scholarship

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of entertainment media and technology professionals. In an effort to further this encouragement and development, Full Sail University introduces the Academic Advantage Scholarship Program. Academic Advantage Scholarship for eligible campus degree program candidates will vary:

  • Associate degree students may earn up to $5,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $7,500 for all academic years.
  • Bachelor's degree students may earn up to $6,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $15,000 for all academic years.
  • Master's degree students may earn up to $4,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $6,000 for all academic years.

Global Achievement Scholarship

The Full Sail Global Achievement Scholarship is designed to encourage and develop future international entertainment and media professionals throughout the world. The Global Achievement Scholarship will award up to $5,000 to eligible campus degree program candidates.  This scholarship fund is limited, and will be awarded to all applicants who meet the eligibility requirements and according to the award determination process as outlined below. In order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Global Achievement Scholarship must:

  • Complete and submit the Global Achievement application, and an original 250-word essay on “How My Full Sail Education Will Help Me Achieve My Career Dream” prior to the first day of class.
  • Be a non-US citizen or nonpermanent resident, as defined by Full Sail University.
  • Applicants must have applied for one of the following immersive campus degree programs

    Computer Animation, Creative Writing, Digital Arts & Design, Entertainment Business, Film, Game Art, Media Communication, Music Business, Recording Arts, Show Production, or Sports Marketing & Media

STEM Scholarship

The STEM Scholarship is designed to encourage and develop future international professionals seeking careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. The STEM Scholarship program will award up to $5,000 to eligible campus degree program candidates. This scholarship fund is limited and will be awarded to all applicants who meet the eligibility requirements according to the award determination process outlined below. In order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a STEM Scholarship must:

  • Be a non-US citizen or nonpermanent resident, as defined by Full Sail University.
  • Complete and submit the STEM Scholarship application, and an original 250-word essay, “How My Full Sail Education Will Prepare Me for a STEM Career,” prior to the first day of class.

Women In Technology Scholarship

The Women in Technology Scholarship is designed to identify women who are exceptionally talented in their problem solving and critical thinking skills, academically successful, and passionate about emerging technology industries. Three components encompass this program: scholarship, community, and mentorship. The Women in Technology Scholarship program will award a full scholarship including tuition and a laptop to an eligible woman pursuing a select Full Sail University degree program. Applicants will need to adhere to eligibility criteria and strict deadlines outlined in the Minimum Eligibility Requirements and Application Process sections. Upon starting the program, the recipient is paired with a mentor (female faculty or graduate in a similar field of study), during their time at Full Sail University. Along with a mentor, the award winner will have an opportunity to engage with the community by attending a conference with an emphasis in Women’s leadership in technology. Finalists will be invited to a Full Sail University virtual event to participate in a whiteboard problem-solving competition. A very limited number of scholarships awarded to the finalists selected from the competition.

Fee information

  • Certificate tuition (online and on-campus)

    $10,500 per program

  • Undergraduate tuition (on campus)

    from $22,750 to 44,500 per year

  • Undergraduate tuition (online)

    from $16,000 to $32,000 per year

  • Graduate tuition (on campus)

    $38,000 per program

  • Graduate tuition (online)

    $35,000 per program

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