UCLA offers the full spectrum of media and performance arts in film, television and theater practice. Teaching methods combine taught theory with student practice and take the view that "storytelling is the heart of the curriculum." The school offers a BA in Film, Television and Digital Media together with a range of graduate programs which are taught by faculty members who have won awards from Tonys to Oscars. Annual tuition fees for undergraduates are $10,781 and $12,579.83 for graduate students pursuing an MA or Ph.D. Financial aid and scholarships are available and students can apply online.
College of Motion Pictures Arts at Florida State University aims to prepare students for a professional career in the film and television industry. It's mission is to teach the "art, craft and business of storytelling." It is the only film and TV school in the country that funds the production of student films and claims that all students gain work in the media industry within 12 months of graduating. Students can acquire a Bachelor's or Master's of Fine Arts in Production; or Writing for the Stage and Screen degree at the graduate level. Students participate in workshops led by industry professionals and produce film shorts to submit to film festivals worldwide. Tuition fees for the first year are $5,238 for undergraduates and $16,703.10 for graduates. Students can apply online but must submit an application to the College of Motion Pictures and to Florida State University.
The School of Motion Pictures and Television at the Academy of Art University has been ranked as one of the best film schools in the country since 1929. It's mission statement is that it was "founded by artists for artists." The school offers undergraduate, graduate and online courses to students worldwide. Students can choose courses in film directing, film production and screenwriting. The school also specializes in other art disciplines. All courses are taught by professional faculty members. Tuition fees range from $17,760 to $20,160. Students can apply online.
USC School of Cinematic Arts opened in 1929 and was the first school to offer a Bachelor's degree in film studies. It specializes in the fields of film, television and interactive media. Courses are taught by industry professionals; and past film celebrities like Douglas Fairbanks and William C DeMille have been a part of the school faculty. The philosophy of the school is that "people learn by doing." Students specialize in a major subject but also take courses from other disciplines. Courses available are: Critical Studies, Film and Television Production, Animation, Interactive Entertainments and Writing for Screen and Television. Tuition is $20,192 for both undergraduate and graduate courses. Applications are accepted online.