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UCLA Summer Sessions: Film and Television Summer Institute – Film Production
Overview
A six-week intensive film production program for aspiring filmmakers ages 18+, featuring hands-on training in directing, cinematography, editing, and production using UCLA's professional sound stages and equipment. Students complete 13 units of college-credit coursework and participate in industry networking events.
At a glance
Deadline
Jun 12212 days
Sessions
Jun, Aug6 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $5,761
Entering grades
College
Acceptance
By instructor consent only; acceptance notification within two weeks of application submission.
Application requirements
Statement of Purpose
200 words or less
Creative Writing Piece
150–300 words using the phrase 'the air felt charged with possibility'
Collaboration Essay
300 words or less on collaboration qualities
Safety Training
Online completion required before program start
Equipment
External SSD hard drive with minimum 500GB, USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt
Cost & sessions
Program fees vary by student type: UCLA Undergraduate $5,761; UCLA Graduate $7,178; UC Undergraduate (non-UCLA) $5,761; UC Graduate (non-UCLA) $7,178; Visiting U.S. Student $7,438; Visiting International Student $7,438 plus additional fees ($500 service, $450 health insurance, $75 iStart). All fees subject to change; additional campus and administrative fees assessed.
Financial aid
Scholarship opportunities available for California high school students mentioned on general scholarships page; specific merit or need-based aid for this program not detailed.
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