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UCLA Film & Television Emerging Filmmakers TV Writing
Overview
An intensive two- or three-week summer program for high school students (grades 9–12) focused on TV writing and storytelling. Students learn story structure, character development, and pilot writing through instruction by TV industry professionals, culminating in a live table read of original scripts performed by professional actors.
At a glance
Deadline
Feb 1596 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul2–3 wk sessions
Formats
Residential / Online
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $2,955
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Admitted applicants notified within 3 weeks of application submission.
Application requirements
Minimum GPA
3.2
School Transcripts
Required
Personal Essay
Required
International Students
TOEFL proof (100 iBT or above)
Technical Requirements
Laptop with Final Draft 12 or 13 screenwriting software
Cost & sessions
Virtual Session C: $2,955 total ($2,605 program fee + $350 registration fee). In-Person Session A/B: $5,175 total ($4,825 program fee + $350 registration fee). Non-refundable $35 application fee. Scholarships available.
Financial aid
Scholarships available
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