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New York Film Academy · Producing
A two-year, five-semester MFA in Producing at the Los Angeles campus covering development, financing, entertainment law, marketing and distribution, with thesis projects in the final two semesters and an optional Producers PitchFest. 2027 tuition is $20,500 per semester plus a $1,580 per-semester departmental fee.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Producing | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
MFA dedicated to producing for film and television.
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
Capstone projectThesis projects in the final two semesters; students may pitch them at NYFA's Producers PitchFest.
Source: nyfa.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 |
|---|---|---|
| Writing sample | Required | One of three options: screenplay/prose excerpt (5-10 pages), short story or critical essay (3-7 pages), or treatment/outline (3-7 pages).Length: 3–10 pagesSource: nyfa.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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| 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.
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