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The University of Texas at Austin · Department of Radio-Television-Film
A two-year scholarly MA in Radio-Television-Film with a Media Studies concentration, completed with a thesis (30 hours) or a master's report (33 hours) plus a six-hour minor outside the department. MA students are not offered recruitment fellowships; a limited number of TA positions are available.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Film Studies | Broader film degreeA broader film degree whose official curriculum substantially covers this field. | Source: rtf.utexas.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
MA in Radio-Television-Film with a Media Studies concentration covering film and media history and criticism. Listed as a broader film studies degree, not a film-only track.
Source: rtf.utexas.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
ThesisThesis (30 hours) or master's report (33 hours) under an advisor and second reader.
Source: rtf.utexas.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; 10-20 pages recommended.Source: rtf.utexas.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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Application deadline
December 1, 2026 · for Fall 2027
Source: rtf.utexas.edu · verified October 12, 2026| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| In-state — Full-time graduate, Texas resident (fall and spring, estimated range)From the school's rate table for this level | $8,684 – $10,554 | per academic year · 2026-2027Source: onestop.utexas.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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