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San Francisco State University · School of Cinema
A 30-unit MA in Cinema and Media Studies covering cinema history, theory and criticism, with a required teaching course and a thesis of article length (25-35 pages). Fall entry only; the GRE is not required.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Film Studies | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: bulletin.sfsu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
MA in cinema and media studies (history, theory, criticism).
Source: bulletin.sfsu.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
ThesisThesis of article length (25-35 pages), completed in CINE 898 Master's Thesis in the second year.
Source: bulletin.sfsu.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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| Material | Status | Instructions as published |
|---|---|---|
| Academic writing sample | Required | Academic writing sample of 6-12 pages.Length: 6–12 pagesSource: bulletin.sfsu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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Priority deadline
Rolling admission · for Fall 2027
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Source: bulletin.sfsu.edu · verified October 12, 2026Application deadline
Rolling admission · for Fall 2027
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Source: bulletin.sfsu.edu · verified October 12, 2026| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| In-state — Graduate, 6.1+ units (full time)From the school's rate table for this level | $4,274 | per semester · 2026-2027Source: bursar.sfsu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Out-of-state — Non-resident tuition, added per unitFrom the school's rate table for this level | $471 | per unit · 2026-2027Estimate$14,130 = 30 units × $471 per unit. Excludes mandatory fees, production and equipment costs, travel, and any rate change during the program.Source: bursar.sfsu.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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Jennifer Hammett Endowed Scholarship scholarship
$1000
Eligibility: Graduate students who have demonstrated teaching excellence as a GA or GTA; by nomination.
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