An independent directory of verified film degrees in the United States
New York Film Academy · Cinematography
A two-year, five-semester MFA in Cinematography at the Los Angeles campus with film and digital camera, lighting and grip workshops, ending in an MFA thesis film and a cinematography reel. 2027 tuition is $20,500 per semester plus a $2,580 per-semester departmental fee.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cinematography | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
MFA whose degree is cinematography.
Source: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
Thesis filmMFA thesis film; graduates leave with a professional reel.
Source: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026Faculty list: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Published production and course fees
Thesis and project spending
We never estimate a total cost when key expenses are unpublished. Compare production costs
| Material | Status | Instructions as published |
|---|---|---|
| Cinematography reel | Optional | One portfolio option: 1-2 film/video submissions of 3-10 minutes each, with the applicant's role described; alternatives are storyboards or a photography series.Length: up to 10 minutesSource: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Visual portfolio | Optional | Alternative options: 6-8 storyboards or 6-12 photographs, each with a 1-2 page description.Length: 1–2 pagesSource: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
We do not publish acceptance rates or estimate competitiveness. Build an application checklist
Application deadlines: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All students — Los Angeles, Spring & Fall 2027 | $20,500 | per semester · 2027Source: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Partial funding
Talent Based Scholarship scholarship
Eligibility: Applicants to certificate, AFA, BFA, MA and MFA programs; based on audition or creative portfolio.
Source: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026Need Based Scholarship scholarship
Eligibility: Applicants with financial need to long-term programs.
Source: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026Something out of date? Suggest an update · Represent this school? Claim the profile
Same degree level and field. Listed for discovery, not ranked.
FilmSchools.app is independent and not affiliated with New York Film Academy. Information is collected from official pages and can change; confirm requirements, costs and deadlines with the school.