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Columbia University in the City of New York · Film and Media Studies
A 36-point Columbia College major in film and media studies built on film history and theory, with required cinema history surveys, one lab in criticism, screenwriting, fiction or nonfiction filmmaking, and seven electives; an optional senior seminar thesis leads to honors consideration.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Film Studies | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: bulletin.columbia.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Undergraduate major in film and media studies within Columbia College's Bachelor of Arts.
Source: bulletin.columbia.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
ThesisOptional senior thesis through the Senior Seminar in Film Studies (FILM UN3900); required for honors candidates who take the seminar route.
Source: bulletin.columbia.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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Early decision · First-year
November 1 · for Fall 2027
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Source: undergrad.admissions.columbia.edu · verified October 12, 2026Application deadline · First-year (Regular Decision)
January 1 · for Fall 2027
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Source: undergrad.admissions.columbia.edu · verified October 12, 2026| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All students — Columbia College flat tuitionFrom the school's rate table for this level | $36,400 | per term · 2026-2027Source: bulletin.columbia.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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Guy Gallo Memorial Award in Screenwriting prize
Eligibility: Department prize
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