Program Overview

MFA in Film Program

The MFA in Film Program is an intensive two-year graduate-level program that offers a full immersion in both Documentary and Fiction filmmaking at an affordable and accessible public university. The program is located in New York City, the cultural capital of the world, with ready access to the finest talent, locations, and production facilities.

About the Program

The program is a culturally diverse, international filmmaking community. It provides students with a comprehensive education in film production, including documentary and fiction filmmaking.

Application Deadline

The application deadline for the MFA in Film Program is April 1st for Fall entry.

Program Details

• The program is two years long
• It offers a full immersion in both Documentary and Fiction filmmaking
• Located in New York City
• Provides access to the finest talent, locations, and production facilities

Media & Communication Arts Department

The MCA Department is located in Shepard Hall, Room 472, 160 Convent Avenue, New York, NY 10031.

Program Directors

The program directors are Professors Andrea Weiss and Antonio Tibaldi.

Assistant Director

The Assistant Director of the City-Film MFA Program is April G. Joffee, located in Shepard Hall, Room 286, 160 Convent Avenue, New York, NY 10031.

Research Areas

The program includes research areas such as:

• Documentary filmmaking
• Fiction filmmaking
• Film production