About
The B.A. program is a 48 credit hout in-person program.
Freshmen start with three core classes introducing basic aspects of film production, narrative structure, composition, and editing.
In their sophomore year, students take Film Production I, focusing on hands-on filmmaking and opening the door to most of the electives offered in the program.
In their junior year, students continue focusing on hands-on production in Film Production II as well as taking electives in a wide range of possible courses, including cinematography, editing, audio, and other technical areas. They also generally take required courses in cinema history.
Finally, in their senior year, students take Film Production 3 and 4 in which they make their capstone year, as well as finishing their elective and film studies requirements.
Our program features extensive hands-on experience meaning our graduates are comfortable with being on-set, crewing, and working with a wide range of equipment.
Highlights
- One of the lowest tuition rates in the country for both in-state and out-of-state tuition
- Small class sizes mean an intimate program, with lots of contact with faculty.
- The latest in filmmaking technology.
- Dedicated, award winning faculty.
- 24/7 access to production facilities, including dedicated editing suites, sound recording booth, sound stage with green screen, and computer labs.
- A structured curriculum that allows students to build up their knowledge and focus on taking classes, not planning class schedules.
- Strong working relationship with Arkansas Cinema Society鈥檚 Filmland, the Hot Springs Documentary film festival, and most of the other film festivals in the state.
- Graduates employed across the country from New York to Atlanta to Los Angeles
Total Program Investment
With an overall investment (including fees) of approximately $45,000听 for in-state or $78,000 for out-of-state for the full four year program (120 credit hours total), the film program at 网曝门 is one of the most affordable options available in the country. Additionally, over 80% of undergraduate students at 网曝门 receive scholarships and/or grant aid to help cover the cost of tuition.
For more information on current tuition rates check out 网曝门鈥檚 Tuition Calculator here.
Career Readiness
An MFA in Film from 网曝门 prepares graduates for a wide range of possible career paths:
- For graduates seeking work in the film industry, there are generally two paths: free-lancing and corporate/non-profit work.
- Free-lancers may work to write, direct, and produce their own films. Additionally, they may do work for hire as writers, directors, producers or do more specialized production work as cinematographers, editors, sound mixers and designers, production designers, production managers, etc. Finally, those wishing to work independently may start their own firms specializing in a variety of areas within the film production area.
- Those seeking work in the corporate world may find promising careers at production houses, in advertising, or making external or internal content for corporate production arms. They may also find work in the ever-expanding field of social media creation and management.
- Those seeking work in the non-profit work may find work with museums, charities, hospitals, as well as a variety of service organizations. As with the corporate world, social media creation and management in the non-profit sector continues to expand.
Graduates from the program at 网曝门 have worked in all these areas. We鈥檝e had graduates write, direct, and produce their own features, freelance on multi-million dollar productions, start their own production companies, work for major corporations and non-profits including Walmart, Lamar Advertising, and the Salvation Army, and teach at a range of colleges and universities.
Applying
Applying to 网曝门 is easy! The University of Central Arkansas admits students on a rolling basis throughout the year after the launch of the new application in August.听 Applications are available at admissions.uca.edu/apply.听 Early admission is encouraged so students may proceed with housing, financial aid, and scholarship processes.
Financial Aid
UCA students are eligble for a wide range of financial assistance. Information about financial aid, including scholarships, grants, and听 loans, may be obtained from UCA鈥檚 Financial Aid Office, 501- 450-3140.
Transfer Hours
We work with transfer students to see what courses, both generally and in the major, can transfer to 网曝门.
Anyone transferring to the university will be required to earn at least fifteen hours credit in the major and nine hours credit in the minor in residence prior to graduation. There is no limit on the number of credit hours that may be transferred to the university.
Housing
To inquire about on and off campus housing arrangements, please visit the UCA Housing Page. There are many housing options available for Graduate Students including on-campus apartments and family housing units.
Contact
Bruce Hutchinson
Film Program Coordinator
Department of Film, Theatre, and Creative Writing
bruceh@uca.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need my own equipment?
No. The Film Program offers a wide range of equipment for checkout. From cameras, to audio equipment to lighting, everything students need to shoot their films is provided.
Do I need my own computer?
While we provide editing suites and computer labs that meet all post-production needs, we highly recommend every student have their own laptop (or at least tablet) for regular class use. Though students may use Mac or PC products, the computers in the building are Mac. Additionally, we recommend that each student own their own external hard drive.
What software do I need?
The program uses the following software which you can access on program computers or download and install on your own computer. Some may also be available online through a browser. We try to choose high quality programs that have free or low-cost options.
Screenwriting: Final Draft 13 or Writer Solo
Post-Production: DaVinci Resolve
Does the program fund my films?
Most years we are able to offer funding for films in higher level production courses.