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California Institute of the Arts · School of Film/Video - Program in Film and Video
A four-year BFA in independent and experimental filmmaking. The first year is technical training in filmmaking, cinematography, editing and sound with required film history; progress is assessed at a mid-residency review, and students complete a thesis project and a graduation review.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Film Production | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: calarts.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Film Studies | Broader film degreeA broader film degree whose official curriculum substantially covers this field. | Source: catalog.calarts.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
BFA degree in Film and Video (CIP 50.0602).
Source: catalog.calarts.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
Thesis filmThesis project in the final two years (film, installation or other expanded cinema), plus a graduation review.
Source: catalog.calarts.edu · verified October 12, 2026Faculty list: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
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| Material | Status | Instructions as published |
|---|---|---|
| Film or reel | Required | Film- or video-based work with a suggested total runtime of 10 minutes, including at least one piece shot by the applicant; no show reels, trailers or screenplays.Length: up to 10 minutesSource: calarts.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Writing sample | Optional | Optional creative or critical writing, maximum 1,500 words; no scripts.Length: up to 1500 wordsSource: calarts.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Other material | Optional | Optional video introduction, 30-90 seconds.Source: calarts.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All students — Full-time BFA and MFA programsFrom the school's rate table for this level | $62,954 | per academic year · 2026-2027Source: calarts.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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