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Chapman University · Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
A two-year, 36-credit research MA in film and media studies with courses in theory, American and world cinema and historiography, ending in a master's thesis and oral defense.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Film Studies | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: chapman.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Research-based MA in film and media studies with a thesis.
Source: chapman.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
ThesisMaster's thesis written in the second year (FS 697, FS 698) with an oral defense.
Source: chapman.edu · verified October 12, 2026As listed on the program's official page on October 12, 2026. Listing does not mean a faculty member is teaching or supervising new students in a given year.
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| Material | Status | Instructions as published |
|---|---|---|
| Other material | Required | List of scholarly work, no more than two pages.Length: up to 2 pagesSource: chapman.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Academic writing sample | Required | Scholarly writing sample of 12-15 pages; it need not be about film or media.Length: 12–15 pagesSource: chapman.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Other material | Optional | Optional peer-reviewed published work.Source: chapman.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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Application deadline
November 15, 2026 · for Fall 2027
Source: chapman.edu · verified October 12, 2026| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All students | $1,715 | per credit · 2026-2027Estimate$61,740 = 36 credits × $1,715 per credit. Excludes mandatory fees, production and equipment costs, travel, and any rate change during the program.Source: chapman.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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