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    Program facts

    New York Film Academy
    New York City, USA
    • Program type
      Bachelor's
    • Duration
      3 years
    • Annual tuition fee
      29,044 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    • Language taught in
      English
    • Start date
      August, January, May

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    Program overview

    What New York Film Academy says about their program:
    "The New York Film Academy Bachelor of Fine Arts in 3D Animation & Visual Effects is an eight-semester conservatory-based, full-time study undergraduate program. The curriculum is designed to immerse gifted and energetic prospective 3D Animation and Visual Effects Artists in all aspects of the discipline. The New York Film Academy Bachelor of Fine Arts in 3D Animation & Visual Effects provides a creative setting in which to challenge, inspire, and perfect the talents of its student body."

    Admissions requirements

    Please see below the admissions requirements in order to study at New York Film Academy.

    Undergraduate academic requirements

    • BC Grade 12 Graduation (or equivalent)

    English proficiency

    Undergraduate Requirements

    • TOEFL iBT: 68
    • IELTS: 6.0
    • Duolingo English Test: 90

    Graduate Requirements

    • TOEFL iBT: 79
    • IELTS: 6.5
    • Duolingo English Test: 101

    Documents required

    Undergraduate Requirements

    • 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

    Graduate Requirements

    • 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
    • Bank statements

    Fees and funding

    Fee information

    • Undergraduate tuition: from US$26,989 to US$47,156 per year
    • Graduate tuition: from US$30,450 to US$47,156 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.

    USA student visa requirements