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KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts

Dallas, TX

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AAA Motion Picture Production

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer Out

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited degree program

The 2025-2026 catalog cites Motion Picture Production as ranked #1 Best Film School in Texas by Best Value College

Training & Productions

Intensive 15-month, 68-credit Associate of Applied Arts program

Hands-on filmmaking in screenwriting, directing, producing, cinematography, editing, sound, music mixing, scoring, and delivery

Students produce, write, direct, and crew on several short films during the first three semesters

Fourth-semester production team creates a Motion Picture Production final project for a portfolio, film festival entry, and/or internet distribution

Professional Development

Curriculum covers independent film, major studios, networks, commercials, corporate video, web-based production, distribution, marketing, and advanced business of film

Digital-format projects use professional workflows designed to mirror real production practice

School info

Snapshot

Admit rate

68%

school-wide

Grad rate

81%

Enrollment

Earnings

$30K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$20,521

Before aid

Average net price

$24,783

After aid

College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 5, 2:00 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited degree program

The 2025-2026 catalog cites Motion Picture Production as ranked #1 Best Film School in Texas by Best Value College

Training & Productions

Intensive 15-month, 68-credit Associate of Applied Arts program

Hands-on filmmaking in screenwriting, directing, producing, cinematography, editing, sound, music mixing, scoring, and delivery

Students produce, write, direct, and crew on several short films during the first three semesters

Fourth-semester production team creates a Motion Picture Production final project for a portfolio, film festival entry, and/or internet distribution

Professional Development

Curriculum covers independent film, major studios, networks, commercials, corporate video, web-based production, distribution, marketing, and advanced business of film

Digital-format projects use professional workflows designed to mirror real production practice

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited degree program

The 2025-2026 catalog cites Motion Picture Production as ranked #1 Best Film School in Texas by Best Value College

Training & Productions

Intensive 15-month, 68-credit Associate of Applied Arts program

Hands-on filmmaking in screenwriting, directing, producing, cinematography, editing, sound, music mixing, scoring, and delivery

Students produce, write, direct, and crew on several short films during the first three semesters

Fourth-semester production team creates a Motion Picture Production final project for a portfolio, film festival entry, and/or internet distribution

Professional Development

Curriculum covers independent film, major studios, networks, commercials, corporate video, web-based production, distribution, marketing, and advanced business of film

Digital-format projects use professional workflows designed to mirror real production practice

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Interview Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Headshot (Upload A Current Photo)

TRANSCRIPT (upload the most recent report card or transcript and high school diploma or GED before the admission interview)

Essay

Explain why you want to study Filmmaking and list your top five goals in life

The applicant must complete the essay

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through KD Conservatory's current online application and select Filmmaking; the awarded credential is Associate of Applied Arts in Motion Picture Production

The form asks when the applicant wishes to attend (right away, in 3 months, in 6 months, in 1 year, or later) and publishes no fixed application deadline

Eligibility

Applicants must be high school graduates or possess a GED

A high school diploma or GED must be provided before the admission interview

Enrollment

The current academic calendar lists Fall 2026 classes beginning September 28, 2026 and Spring 2027 classes beginning February 1, 2027

Full-time Associate of Applied Arts program delivered over four 15-week semesters

Transfer Pathway

The Motion Picture Production program can reduce its general-education course requirements when the Director accepts equivalent accredited coursework completed with at least a C. An official transcript is due by the second week of class and tuition is prorated; KD does not publish advanced standing in the film-production sequence or entry into a later semester.

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What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Admission requires an interview with the Motion Picture Production Department Chair or a designee; KD does not publish a separate performance audition for Filmmaking

The admissions process also includes a facility tour and a meeting with instructors

The current application and catalog publish no pre-admission portfolio, creative sample, recorded submission, or live-virtual interview route

Scholarship Info

Partial Scholarships

Periodically available based on merit

Requires a 250-word essay

Two letters of recommendation required

Official academic transcripts required

Interview/audition with the Director or designee required

Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment in good standing

School info

Snapshot

Admit rate

68%

school-wide

Grad rate

81%

Enrollment

Earnings

$30K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$20,521

Before aid

Average net price

$24,783

After aid

College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited degree program

The 2025-2026 catalog cites Motion Picture Production as ranked #1 Best Film School in Texas by Best Value College

Training & Productions

Intensive 15-month, 68-credit Associate of Applied Arts program

Hands-on filmmaking in screenwriting, directing, producing, cinematography, editing, sound, music mixing, scoring, and delivery

Students produce, write, direct, and crew on several short films during the first three semesters

Fourth-semester production team creates a Motion Picture Production final project for a portfolio, film festival entry, and/or internet distribution

Professional Development

Curriculum covers independent film, major studios, networks, commercials, corporate video, web-based production, distribution, marketing, and advanced business of film

Digital-format projects use professional workflows designed to mirror real production practice

Updated Aug 5, 2:00 PM