University Park,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Independent Film and Digital Imaging in University Park United States | Governors State University
Governors State University
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University Park United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
13,131
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
Governors State's Master of Fine Arts in Independent Film and Digital Imaging (IFDI) empowers you to cultivate your unique artistic perspective as a filmmaker or photographer while achieving your educational, creative, and career aspirations. The IFDI MFA program champions globally acclaimed cinematic and photographic works that harness cutting-edge technology to amplify diverse voices, particularly those historically marginalized in visual storytelling.
At its core, the MFA-IFDI prioritizes artistic authorship. We mentor students through every creative phase of photography and filmmaking. Our filmmakers immerse themselves in solo and small-team projects spanning development, production, post-production, and distribution - encouraging you to envision your thesis project early, ensuring coursework seamlessly integrates with crafting an impactful documentary or narrative film. Photographers refine technical skills and aesthetic vision to prepare for culminating gallery exhibitions. With class sizes limited to 12 students, we emphasize personalized attention to foster each individual's growth. Our diverse student body spans generations from 20s to 70s, with most being mid-career professionals seeking transformative creative opportunities they've never previously encountered.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must submit evidence of the following to the Office of Admissions -
an undergraduate major in Film, Media, Multimedia, Communications, English, or related areas
appropriate prerequisite coursework with a minimum prerequisite GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
official TOEFL scores (if applicable)
a 50 application fee
a digital portfolio: for students in Filmmaking, please share a sample of a prior production via a link on vimeo, youtube, or personal website, or a sample screenplay, for students in Photography and Digital Imaging, please share a web link to samples of your work
up to three letters of reference from individuals who can speak to your strengths as a potential student.
a personal statement of intent with respect to your goals for the degree and artistic philosophy
a current resume
For the IELTS, applicants must meet the minimum acceptable score of 6.0 academic version.
TOEFL Internet (iBT) - overall score 80 with minimum (Reading - 20, Writing - 20 , Listening - 20, Speaking - 20)
TOEFL -PBT - overall score 550 with minimum scores (Reading - 54, Writing - 58 , Listening - 55)
an undergraduate major in Film, Media, Multimedia, Communications, English, or related areas
appropriate prerequisite coursework with a minimum prerequisite GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
official TOEFL scores (if applicable)
a 50 application fee
a digital portfolio: for students in Filmmaking, please share a sample of a prior production via a link on vimeo, youtube, or personal website, or a sample screenplay, for students in Photography and Digital Imaging, please share a web link to samples of your work
up to three letters of reference from individuals who can speak to your strengths as a potential student.
a personal statement of intent with respect to your goals for the degree and artistic philosophy
a current resume
For the IELTS, applicants must meet the minimum acceptable score of 6.0 academic version.
TOEFL Internet (iBT) - overall score 80 with minimum (Reading - 20, Writing - 20 , Listening - 20, Speaking - 20)
TOEFL -PBT - overall score 550 with minimum scores (Reading - 54, Writing - 58 , Listening - 55)
Tuition
USD
13,131