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Boston University · Department of Film & Television
A two-year, 60-unit MFA in Screenwriting in which students write at least two features, two shorts, two TV specs and an original pilot; the fourth term is spent in Los Angeles with an internship and a rewrite workshop. COM merit scholarships are considered automatically; teaching assistantships are available.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Screenwriting | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: bu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
MFA dedicated to screenwriting for film and television.
Source: bu.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
PortfolioGraduates complete at least seven scripts: two features, two shorts, two TV specs and an original pilot with a series bible.
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| Material | Status | Instructions as published |
|---|---|---|
| Screenplay sample | Required | One or two original writing samples (screenplay, teleplay, short script or play), max 20 pages total, with logline and synopsis.Length: up to 20 pagesSource: bu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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Priority deadline
Rolling admission · for Fall 2027
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Source: bu.edu · verified October 12, 2026Application deadline
Rolling admission · for Fall 2027
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Source: bu.edu · verified October 12, 2026| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All students — COM master's tuition, billed per unitFrom the school's rate table for this level | $2,282 | per unit · 2026-2027Estimate$136,920 = 60 units × $2,282 per unit. Excludes mandatory fees, production and equipment costs, travel, and any rate change during the program.Source: bu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Partial fundingPolicy year: 2026-2027
Dean's scholarship scholarship
30%–40% tuition scholarship (between $20,000–$28,000)
Eligibility: High-achieving applicants; automatic consideration.
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