
Quinnipiac University · Film, Television and Media Arts
BFA in Film, Television and Media Arts
Overview
A 120-credit BFA with 63 credits in the core and film curriculum, including required directing, screenwriting, film history and production courses, five film electives, an internship and a two-semester senior capstone film. No minor is required.
- Official program name
- BFA in Film, Television and Media Arts
- Awarded degree
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film, Television and Media ArtsBachelor's · Bachelor of Fine ArtsSource: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- School
- Quinnipiac University — Film, Television and Media Arts
- Location
- Hamden, CT
- Delivery
- On campusClasses, workshops and productions meet in person on campus.Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Required attendance
- Regular campus attendanceStudents attend classes on campus throughout the program.Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Study intensity
- Not published
- Duration
- Not verified
- Required credits
- 120 credits (63 in the core and FTM curriculum)Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Entry routes
- Not verified
- Film and television
- The program covers both film and television.Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Fields of study
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Film Production | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Film Directing | Broader film degreeA broader film degree whose official curriculum substantially covers this field. | Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Film Studies | Broader film degreeA broader film degree whose official curriculum substantially covers this field. | Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Why this degree is listed
BFA whose major is film and television production.
Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
Curriculum, pathways and faculty
Thesis, film or capstone
Thesis filmTwo-semester senior capstone in which crews of 6-8 produce a narrative or documentary short film under faculty guidance.
Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026Published areas of study
- Required FTM courses include Single Camera Production, Multicamera Production, Intermediate Production, Directing Techniques, Screenwriting and two film history courses.Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Elective areas named in the catalog include directing, screenwriting, cinematography and lighting, virtual production, VFX, animation, sound, production design, editing, documentary and producing.Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Internships
- Communications Career Internship (COM 490) is required in the BFA.Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Other
- One drama course is required (e.g., Performance Fundamentals, Acting I, Acting for Film/TV).Source: catalog.qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Industry programs
- Majors are encouraged to take part in the QU in LA program.Source: catalog.qu.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
- Facilities
- Ed McMahon Communications Center with studio, audio and lighting gear for individual or group projects.Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Equipment loans
- Capstone films use industry-standard 4K cameras and equipment.Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Published production and equipment costs
Thesis and project spending
- Senior capstone film budget
- $15,000 – $20,000 per project Capstone films generally have budgets between $15,000 and $20,000; the page does not say who funds them.Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
We never estimate a total cost when key expenses are unpublished. Compare production costs
Admissions
Portfolio and submission materials
Portfolio requirements: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Other requirements
- Personal statement
- RequiredPersonal essaySource: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Recommendation letters
- Required1 letters — At least one letter of recommendationSource: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Transcripts
- RequiredHigh school transcriptSource: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Tests
Test policy: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
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Deadlines
- Year not printed
Early decision
Early Decision I: November 1 · for Fall
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Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 - Year not printed
Early action
Early Action: November 15 · for Fall
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Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 - Year not printed
Application deadline
Regular Decision: February 1 · for Fall
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Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Tuition and fees
| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All students — Full-time undergraduate tuition (12-16 credits per semester)Published for on campus studyFrom the school's rate table for this level | $56,430 | per academic year · 2026-2027Source: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Mandatory institutional fees
- Student fees
- $2,140 per academic yearMandatorySource: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
- Technology fees
- $860 per academic yearMandatorySource: qu.edu · verified October 12, 2026
Funding
Funding not verified
Funding policy: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Sources and verification
- catalog.qu.edu/communications/film-television-media-arts/film-television-media-arts-bfa/ — Official catalog / bulletin, verified October 12, 2026
- qu.edu/schools/communications/programs/bachelors-degree/film-television-and-media-arts/ — Official program page, verified October 12, 2026
- qu.edu/schools/communications/programs/bachelors-degree/film-television-and-media-arts/admissions/ — Official program page, verified October 12, 2026
- qu.edu/schools/communications/programs/bachelors-degree/film-television-and-media-arts/tuition-and-f — Official tuition and fees page, verified October 12, 2026
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