Overview

Key Facts and Outcomes

Throughout their studies, students master advanced techniques and challenge their range through the rigorous curriculum, moving beyond their comfort zone and developing advanced skills in audition and performance.

In addition to a number of projects they may add to their reel, students also write, produce, act in their own thesis capstone film. The MFA in the Acting for Film program is a great fit for actors with previous training and experience looking to advance their skills in front of the camera, and gain more knowledge in the craft.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Advanced study in the principles of acting techniques through scene work and instruction in a variety of techniques including Meisner, Hagen and Adler

Instruction and critique by award-winning faculty and staff who actively work in the film and television industry

Ample opportunities to act in short films or scenes on peer films for additional contribution to reels

Access to professional-grade video, sound, and light equipment from our extensive collection

The opportunity to work, collborate, and network with student Filmmakers, Screenwriters, and Producers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

77 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Film Studies Drama View 257 other Masters in Drama in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Graduate (MA) Program Application

Application Fee ($75)
Undergraduate Degree Transcript
Narrative Statement
Letters of Recommendation
Creative Portfolio
Proof of English Proficiency (where applicable)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

39946 USD / year

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Out-of-State

39946 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

39946 USD / year

≈ 39946 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Key Facts and Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New York City

Funding

Scholarships Information

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