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Master of Fine Arts in Documentary Filmmaking New York Film Academy - Los Angeles Campus New York Film Academy - Los Angeles Campus, USA

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USD 61500

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 75

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

During NYFA’s Master’s of Fine Arts (MFA) Degree in Documentary Filmmaking in Los Angeles, aspiring visual storytellers rapidly build skills in a hands-on, intensive environment. From their first day at NYFA, students study as documentary filmmakers, following our signature learn-by-doing approach.

Spending a majority of their time creating short films, students also study topics in new media, film studies, and the business side of the industry. As this program is a best fit for filmmaking students looking to continue their education, candidates for admission to the MFA program must have a Bachelor’s Degree.

 

Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2026

Closed

Jan 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

     

    6.5 IELTS Score
    79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    61500

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 75

    Application Fee
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    19000 Per year

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    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Talent Based Tuition Award
    Merit Based Tuition Award
    Matthew Modine Masters Scholarship
    Talent Based Tuition Award Criteria: Awarded based on the strength of an audition or creative portfolio. Open to international and domestic applicants in 1- and 2-Year Certificate programs, AFA, BA, BFA, MA, and MFA programs.
    Merit Based Tuition Award Criteria: Based on academic achievement, leadership, community service, and arts involvement. International students must submit WES-evaluated transcripts. Only available for BA and BFA applicants.
    Matthew Modine Masters Scholarship Criteria: For top MFA applicants showing exceptional creativity, purpose, community involvement, and leadership. Based on admissions materials including portfolio, academic record, recommendations, and interview.
    All scholarships require acceptance to NYFA before applying. Applications must include required documents and be submitted in one PDF to [email protected].

    LINK: https://www.nyfa.edu/student-finances/scholarships-and-grants
    Talent Based Tuition Award Amount: Varies; applied directly to tuition
    Merit Based Tuition Award Amount: Varies; applied directly to tuition
    Matthew Modine Masters Scholarship Amount: Prestigious, merit-based award; amount varies and is applied to tuition

     

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