New York City,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Screenwriting in Burbank United States | New York Film Academy
New York Film Academy
|
Burbank United States
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
42,618
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Screenwriting program equips students with advanced cinematic storytelling skills through practical training. Participants immerse themselves in professional-level writing, crafting scripts and proposals for diverse formats including films, TV shows, comics, games, and web series.
Under the tutelage of our faculty—working industry professionals—students refine their artistic identity through intensive writing practice, learning to balance creative vision with professional requirements and feedback.
The program emphasizes creating complex characters and developing immersive story universes adaptable across various visual media platforms. Students additionally gain foundational knowledge in film production, performance, and post-production techniques. This demanding curriculum makes it ideal for those pursuing serious careers in film and entertainment.
Key components of the MFA in Screenwriting curriculum include:
Advanced writing courses covering multiple formats (feature films, television, shorts, digital content) with specialized options in comics, gaming, audio storytelling, unscripted content, and theater
Workshops focusing on concept development, revisions, universe creation, scene analysis, and genre exploration
Industry-focused courses providing essential business knowledge for entertainment professionals
Personalized guidance from actively practicing screenwriters who prepare students for contemporary industry demands
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To be admitted into the Master of Fine Arts program at NYFA, students must possess a Bachelor's degree from a post-secondary institution recognized by the United States Department of Education or a college or university outside of the U.S. that is recognized as a degree-granting institution by their respective governments. The ideal applicant must demonstrate a sincere passion and aptitude for visual storytelling and the ability and desire to pursue graduate-level work and scholarly research in his/her chosen discipline.
No particular major or minor is required as a prerequisite for admission, but applicants with a strong background in the visual arts are preferred. While an applicant's GPA will be taken into consideration and is an important component of the admissions process, the strength of the candidate's Narrative Statement and Creative Portfolio is a significant determining factor for admission.
All students pursuing a graduate degree from the New York Film Academy must submit an official, final undergraduate transcript in order to complete their application. MFA applicants must submit a minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation verifying the applicant's ability to successfully take on graduate study in the relevant field. MFA applicants must submit a portfolio
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 or higher (213 for computer-based test or 79 for internet-based test), IELTS 6.5 or the equivalent.
A report from a valid English Language School verifying completion of course level equivalent to a 550 Paper-based TOEFL Score.
No particular major or minor is required as a prerequisite for admission, but applicants with a strong background in the visual arts are preferred. While an applicant's GPA will be taken into consideration and is an important component of the admissions process, the strength of the candidate's Narrative Statement and Creative Portfolio is a significant determining factor for admission.
All students pursuing a graduate degree from the New York Film Academy must submit an official, final undergraduate transcript in order to complete their application. MFA applicants must submit a minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation verifying the applicant's ability to successfully take on graduate study in the relevant field. MFA applicants must submit a portfolio
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 or higher (213 for computer-based test or 79 for internet-based test), IELTS 6.5 or the equivalent.
A report from a valid English Language School verifying completion of course level equivalent to a 550 Paper-based TOEFL Score.
Tuition
USD
42,618