Cinema

Admission Requirements:

• A resume (1-2 pages) summarizing the applicant\'s education, awards or recognition, work experience, travel, languages, and special skills
• A personal statement (3 page maximum) discussing aesthetic influences, creative interests, and professional aspirations as a filmmaker, including comments on: the areas of film on which the applicant would like to concentrate, how theory informs his/her work as a filmmaker, and the goals he/she intends to pursue upon completion of the M.F.A.
• An example of academic writing (7-12 pages) which illustrates the applicant\'s ability to make and support a thesis as well as familiarity with scholarly form and expository style. Papers from the film discipline are most useful, but other academic work is acceptable. No journalistic "review\xc2\x94 essays or scripts are accepted
• An example of creative work: one example of moving image work is required. In addition to film/video work, examples of other creative work, such as photographs, paintings, or creative writing are also accepted.
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can attest to the applicant\'s creativity and aptitude as well as to the quality of past work and potential of future achievements. One letter from a former professor is recommended. The department does not provide official recommendation forms.
• Official transcripts: Send two official transcripts to the Division of Graduate Studies with the CSU application. Please note, the GRE is NOT required.