Mount Saint Mary's University · Film and Television Producing
MFA in Producing for Film and Television
Overview
A 43-unit low-residency MFA in producing that can be completed in four terms, with film foundations, producing courses, electives and a 12-unit thesis.
- Official program name
- MFA in Producing for Film and Television
- Awarded degree
- Master of Fine Arts in Producing for Film and TelevisionMaster's · Master of Fine ArtsSource: msmu.smartcatalogiq.com · verified October 12, 2026
- School
- Mount Saint Mary's University — Film and Television Producing
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Delivery
- HybridA regular mix of online and in-person study.Source: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Required attendance
- Low-residencyShort mandatory residencies combined with remote study. Not fully online.Source: msmu.smartcatalogiq.com · verified October 12, 2026
- Study intensity
- Not published
- Duration
- 4 terms (just under two years)Source: msmu.smartcatalogiq.com · verified October 12, 2026
- Required credits
- 43 unitsSource: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Film and television
- The program covers both film and television.Source: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Fields of study
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Producing | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Why this degree is listed
Dedicated MFA in producing for film and television, listed among graduate degrees in the 2026-2027 catalog. Its requirements page is in the 2024-2026 catalog; confirm current enrollment with the school.
Source: msmu.smartcatalogiq.com · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
Online study and attendance
Online study structure: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Curriculum, pathways and faculty
Thesis, film or capstone
Thesis12 units of thesis work with a mid-point review and thesis proposal, ending in a final review and oral defense (2024-2026 catalog).
Source: msmu.smartcatalogiq.com · verified October 12, 2026Published areas of study
- Producing core includes Producing 1: Production Management and Producing 2: The Indie Feature (2024-2026 catalog).Source: msmu.smartcatalogiq.com · verified October 12, 2026
Other
- Dual MFA in Producing and MBA in Entertainment Management requires 75 units in total.Source: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Faculty listed by the program
Faculty list: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Production costs and equipment
Equipment and facility access
Equipment access: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Published production and equipment costs
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Admissions
Portfolio and submission materials
| Material | Status | Instructions as published |
|---|---|---|
| Creative portfolio | Required | MFA applicants must submit a Portfolio of Creative Work: a media asset (short film up to five minutes) or an artistic piece, or both.Length: up to 5 minutesSource: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Other requirements
- Minimum GPA
- RequiredMinimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (MFA admission requirements)Source: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Tests
- GRE General Test
- Not requiredSource: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
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Deadlines
Application deadlines: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Tuition and fees
| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All students — Master of Fine Arts in Film rate | $1,247 | per unit · 2026-2027Estimate$53,621 = 43 units × $1,247 per unit. Excludes mandatory fees, production and equipment costs, travel, and any rate change during the program.Source: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Funding
Partial fundingPolicy year: 2026-2027
- Separate application
- All applicants are automatically considered for a graduate scholarship.Source: msmu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Sources and verification
- msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2024-2026/2024-2026-catalog/courses-of-instruction/film-and-television-pr — Official catalog / bulletin, verified October 12, 2026
- msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/the-university/graduate-degree-programs — Official catalog / bulletin, verified October 12, 2026
- msmu.edu/departments/film-media-and-communication/graduate-programs/ — Official program page, verified October 12, 2026
- msmu.edu/departments/film-media-and-communication/graduate-programs/admission/ — Official program page, verified October 12, 2026
- msmu.edu/departments/film-media-and-communication/graduate-programs/tuition-financial-aid/ — Official tuition and fees page, verified October 12, 2026
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