Film StudiesNorth America

245 Master's degrees in Film Studies in North America

Loyola Marymount University4,7(23)

Los Angeles, United States

Writing for the Screen

The Writing for the Screen program of Loyola Marymount University uses long-form storytelling as a basis for preparing students for a career in screenwriting.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$29,223/yr

University of Rochester4,8(6)

Rochester, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Contemporary Media and Film Composition

University of Rochester's Beal Institute for Film Music and Contemporary Media offers a Master's degree in Contemporary Media and Film Composition

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$38,700/yr

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)4,2(74)

Beverly Hills, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Design - Media Arts

The Design - Media Arts MFA at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a rigorous three-year, full-time programme. It focuses on personal creative development through research and theoretical exploration. Students produce a refined body of work culminating in a final exhibition within a world-class institution.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$36,297/yr

Long Island University (LIU)3,8(5)

New York City, United States

Writing and Producing for Television

At its heart, the Writing and Producing for Television programme from the Long Island University (LIU) mirrors the real world of a TV writers room: In year one, students are presented with an idea for a TV series.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$33,768/yr

The University of Akron4,5(4)

Akron, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Multi-Age Drama Licensure

The Multi-Age Drama Licensure program at The University of Akron is a Master of Science degree, which leads to licensure in a chosen teaching field, and is open to highly qualified students who hold the B.A., B.F.A., or B.S. degree.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$50,589/yr

University of California, Santa Barbara4,2(32)

Santa Barbara, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Film and Media Studies

The Film and Media Studies programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers advanced MA and PhD pathways. This full-time, on-campus course focuses on global media culture through a humanistic lens. Students engage in rigorous historical and theoretical analysis within a world-class research environment.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$14,430/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Writing for Screen & Television

The Writing for Screen & Television MFA program offered at University of Southern California is a two-year degree program which concentrates on training screenwriters to work in the entertainment industry and beyond.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$60,478/yr

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)4,2(74)

Beverly Hills, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Cinematography

The Cinematography programme at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a professional MFA degree. This full-time, on-campus course spans three years, blending digital and analogue technologies. Students develop their creative vision through rigorous craft training and collaborative practice in visual storytelling.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$36,297/yr

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)4,2(74)

Beverly Hills, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Production and Directing

The Production and Directing M.F.A. at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a rigorous three-year, full-time programme. It combines practical craftsmanship with theoretical depth, focusing on narrative and documentary filmmaking. Students develop a unique creative voice through expert faculty mentorship.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$36,297/yr

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Tempe, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Liberal Studies - Film and Media Studies

If you want to deepen your liberal arts background with a focus on international film and media in society, this Liberal Studies - Film and Media Studies MLSt program from Arizona State University is for you. Explore the humanities from political, religious, social and scientific lenses to better understand international human values and how they're integrated into film and media.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$30,348/yr

University of North Carolina School of the Arts4,2(5)

Winston-Salem, United States

Screenwriting

Graduates in Screenwriting from University of North Carolina School of the Arts will begin their careers with the confidence that only comes from completing an intensive, portfolio-focused program.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$24,399/yr

Rochester Institute of Technology4,2(59)

Rochester, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Film and Animation

The Film and Animation program of Rochester Institute of Technology brings your stories to life as you explore the depths of the film industry.

M.F.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$61,762/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Media Arts and Practice

The Media Arts and Practice (MA+P) MFA program offered at University of Southern California is a community of multi-media creators who are fluent in the techniques and technologies of digital art and design, cinematic media, and storytelling.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$49,495/yr

University of Georgia4,1(55)

Athens, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Film, Television and Digital Media

The University of Georgia’s degree in Film, Television and Digital Media, ranked in the top 50 film MFAs, produces filmmakers ready to give voice to the stories that matter in today’s competitive global marketplace.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$30,182/yr

University at Buffalo4,4(48)

Buffalo, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Humanities - Film and Media Study

The Humanities - Film and Media Study programme at University at Buffalo is a flexible postgraduate degree designed for interdisciplinary exploration. This Master of Arts (MA) requires 36 credit hours of study and allows students to combine media studies with other arts or sciences through full-time or part-time engagement.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,740/yr

Boston University4,1(85)

Boston, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Scene Design

Our Master of Fine Arts in Scene Design program at Boston University provides developing theatre professionals with the opportunity to cultivate their artistic identities while refining and enhancing their craft.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$33,382/yr

The City University of New York4,2(40)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Media Scoring

When we match movies, music intensifies our emotions. Music weaves through narrative, living in the space between and around dialog. In this Media Scoring degree at The City University of New York, you’ll compose soundtracks from the perspective of storytellers, layering music with sound, and informed by visuals.

M.F.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$25,650/yr

University of Rochester4,8(6)

Rochester, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Film and Media Studies- Selznick Film Preservation

Film and Media Studies- Selznick Film Preservation is offered by University of Rochester. The Department of English at the University of Rochester offers a special English MA with a concentration in film and media studies.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$64,500/yr

University at Albany3,9(10)

Albany, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Studio Art

Build your portfolio, improve your artistic ability and gain invaluable insight from experts in the field with the Studio Art program of University at Albany.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$30,802/yr

University of Washington4,2(54)

Seattle, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Cinema and Media studies

The Comparative Literature, Cinema and Media studies program from University of Washington prepares students for advanced studies in Comparative Literature or in related fields such as individual national literatures, philosophy, or religion, or for careers in teaching on the elementary, secondary, or junior college levels.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$33,171/yr