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Master of Film and Television Directing
- Chicago, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Selective MFA in film and television directing.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate advanced theories and contemporary practice in Fine Arts in Film and Television Directing. Apply analytical
- research and problem-solving methods to complex issues. Communicate evidence-based recommendations in the field.
Career outcomes
- Designer
- Creative Project Coordinator
- Production Assistant
- Visual Content Specialist
Curriculum
- Rigorous filmmaking curriculum covering every discipline in the process plus film business
- with original short films and a significant thesis film produced using the 60
- 000 square-foot Cinespace production space.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution
- Official or evaluated transcripts
- Programme-specific materials
- No university-wide minimum GPA
- Some programmes prefer 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Grade/academic selection criteria: No university-wide minimum
- Some programmes prefer 3.0 on 4.0
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution; official or evaluated transcripts; programme-specific materials
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 53
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- Portfolio of relevant work
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Fine Arts in Film and Television Directing admission requirements at DePaul University. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Prepare and upload a relevant portfolio. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,741 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Chicago (Loop and Lincoln Park campuses) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media |
| Department | Department of Arts and Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 58 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of Fine Arts in Film and Television Directing. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $30,741 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,695 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 53, IELTS Academic 6.5. A portfolio is required.