Program Overview

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Introduction to New York Film Academy Programs

The New York Film Academy (NYFA) offers a wide range of programs in the field of filmmaking, including degree programs, certificate programs, and workshops. These programs are designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the film industry.

Areas of Study

NYFA offers programs in the following areas of study:

• Filmmaking
• Acting for Film
• Photography
• Producing
• Screenwriting
• Cinematography
• Documentary Filmmaking
• Digital Editing
• 3D Animation & Visual Effects
• Broadcast Journalism
• Musical Theatre
• Game Design
• Entertainment Media
• Virtual Reality
• NYFA's Pathway Track

Degree Programs

NYFA offers the following degree programs:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts
• Master of Fine Arts
• Master of Arts
• Associate of Fine Arts
• Online Degrees

Certificate Programs

NYFA offers the following certificate programs:

• 1 & 2-Year Programs
• Short-Term Workshops
• Online Programs
• Corporate Training

Study Abroad Programs

NYFA offers study abroad programs in the following locations:

• New York City
• Los Angeles
• Florence, Italy
• Harvard University
• Paris, France

Admissions and Finances

Admissions

Admission to NYFA programs requires:

• Program Dates
• Application Deadlines
• Admissions Requirements
• International Students
• Veterans & Military Dependent Students
• Transfer Students
• Cross-Campus Studies
• Advanced Standing and Tuition Credit
• Meet NYFA Near You
• Health Requirements

Finances

• Tuition
• Federal Financial Aid
• Scholarships & Grants
• GI Bill & Yellow Ribbon Program
• Housing Information

Campuses

NYFA has campuses in the following locations:

• New York City
• Los Angeles
• Florence, Italy
• Online

1-Week Filmmaking Workshop

The 1-Week Filmmaking Workshop is an intensive program that introduces students to the fundamentals of film, including writing, directing, camera, and digital editing.

Workshop Description

During this workshop, students write, direct, shoot, and edit a short film project while going through rigorous coursework taught by an industry professional. Students use digital cameras, lighting packages, and digital editing software provided by NYFA to create a unique project.

Class Details

The workshop covers the following areas:

• Filmmaking: Students learn the basic principles of writing and directing a short film.
• Hands-on Camera and Lighting: Students undergo intensive training in the use of HD digital video cameras and their accessories.
• Hands-on Editing: Students learn multiple aesthetic approaches to editing film and video.

Program and Software Requirements

The course requires the following software and equipment:

• External hard drive
• An SD Card

Tuition and Fees

The tuition for the 1-Week Filmmaking Workshop is $1,771, with a departmental program fee of $146.

Projects

Students must write, shoot, direct, and edit one film project to complete the 1-Week Filmmaking Workshop.

Film School Alumni

NYFA has a number of successful alumni, including:

• Tracy Oliver
• Jonathan Jakubowicz

Faculty Interviews

NYFA faculty members have been interviewed on various topics, including:

• Andrea Swift
• Claude Kerven
• Jonathan Whittaker
• Ed Timpe
• Mark Mocahbee

Featured Content

NYFA has featured content on various topics, including:

• Allan Ungar on Directing 'Bandit'
• New York Film Academy Community Shines at 2022 Tribeca Film Festival
• NYFA Filmmaking Alum Sidney Esiri's First Feature Film
• Q&A with NYFA Acting Alum Amanda Azevedo
• NYFA ALUM & INDIE DARLING, AUBREY PLAZA, RETURNS TO SUNDANCE

Student Showcase

NYFA has a student showcase that features the work of current and former students.

Institutional Information

• NYFA is approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE)
• NYFA is not affiliated with Universal Studios or Harvard University
• GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)