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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

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Training

The 11-course film major combines film history and genre study with production, screenwriting and critical analysis

Required foundations include FILM 111 plus DRAM 111 or FILM 112, two film-genre courses and at least three production courses

Production options include screenwriting, cinematography, directing, documentary work and post-production

Professional Development

Students complete FILM 480 Senior Seminar in Film and develop capstone work with faculty and their senior cohort

The department's stage-and-screen model supports collaboration with drama, dance and other College departments

Kenyon L.A. offers selected rising juniors and seniors screenwriting work and entertainment-industry career exploration

Degree Flexibility

Three electives are selected with a faculty adviser, including no more than two approved courses outside the department

Transfer or off-campus film courses are generally treated as electives and require consultation with film faculty

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.90

Admit rate

31%

school-wide

Grad rate

82%

Enrollment

1.7K

Earnings

$72K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$73,230

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$96,940

Before aid

Average net price

$38,512

After aid

Explanation Of Fees And Charges · kenyon.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 5h ago

Program Highlights

Training

The 11-course film major combines film history and genre study with production, screenwriting and critical analysis

Required foundations include FILM 111 plus DRAM 111 or FILM 112, two film-genre courses and at least three production courses

Production options include screenwriting, cinematography, directing, documentary work and post-production

Professional Development

Students complete FILM 480 Senior Seminar in Film and develop capstone work with faculty and their senior cohort

The department's stage-and-screen model supports collaboration with drama, dance and other College departments

Kenyon L.A. offers selected rising juniors and seniors screenwriting work and entertainment-industry career exploration

Degree Flexibility

Three electives are selected with a faculty adviser, including no more than two approved courses outside the department

Transfer or off-campus film courses are generally treated as electives and require consultation with film faculty

Program Highlights

Training

The 11-course film major combines film history and genre study with production, screenwriting and critical analysis

Required foundations include FILM 111 plus DRAM 111 or FILM 112, two film-genre courses and at least three production courses

Production options include screenwriting, cinematography, directing, documentary work and post-production

Professional Development

Students complete FILM 480 Senior Seminar in Film and develop capstone work with faculty and their senior cohort

The department's stage-and-screen model supports collaboration with drama, dance and other College departments

Kenyon L.A. offers selected rising juniors and seniors screenwriting work and entertainment-industry career exploration

Degree Flexibility

Three electives are selected with a faculty adviser, including no more than two approved courses outside the department

Transfer or off-campus film courses are generally treated as electives and require consultation with film faculty

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Early DecisionNov 15, 2026

Early Decision IIRegular DecisionJan 15, 2027

Deadlines Requirements · kenyon.edu

Submission Requirements

Transcript

Required: Secondary School Report, including transcript

Required: Mid-year Report

Letters of Recommendation

Required: Counselor Recommendation

Required: Teacher Evaluation; Kenyon prefers a teacher who taught the student in a year-long, college-preparatory junior-year course

Optional: Up to two additional recommendation letters may be submitted

Portfolio

Optional: Prospective students may submit a portfolio through the Kenyon Applicant Portal to share an interest or talent

Deadlines Requirements · kenyon.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

No application fee

Common App or Coalition App accepted

First-year applicants may apply Early Decision I, Early Decision II or Regular Decision

Optional portfolios are submitted through the Kenyon Applicant Portal

Academic Pathway

FILM 111 (Introduction to Film) is the recommended starting course for first-year students interested in film

The major also begins with DRAM 111 (Introduction to the Theater) or FILM 112 (Dramatic Structure for Film)

Department courses are open to all students, with prerequisites where published

Majors receive some preference for admission to upper-level courses

What's The Process

Audition Process

No separate audition or prescreen is published for admission to the film major

Students apply through Kenyon's regular first-year admission process

Department courses are open to all Kenyon students subject to published prerequisites; majors receive some preference for upper-level courses

Admissions interviews are recommended but not required

Scholarship Info

Merit Scholarships

All first-year Early Decision and Regular Decision applicants are considered for merit scholarships ranging from $15,000 to $35,000 per year

Merit scholarships recognize academic excellence and meaningful involvement in school or community activities

Awards are renewed each year as students make academic progress

Talent Scholarships

Competitive scholarships are available in writing, music and studio art

Awards are based on talent rather than financial need and are renewable for all four years

Financial Aid

85% of Kenyon students receive some form of financial aid

100% of demonstrated financial need met for all four years

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.90

Admit rate

31%

school-wide

Grad rate

82%

Enrollment

1.7K

Earnings

$72K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$73,230

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$96,940

Before aid

Average net price

$38,512

After aid

Explanation Of Fees And Charges · kenyon.edu College Scorecard

Training

The 11-course film major combines film history and genre study with production, screenwriting and critical analysis

Required foundations include FILM 111 plus DRAM 111 or FILM 112, two film-genre courses and at least three production courses

Production options include screenwriting, cinematography, directing, documentary work and post-production

Professional Development

Students complete FILM 480 Senior Seminar in Film and develop capstone work with faculty and their senior cohort

The department's stage-and-screen model supports collaboration with drama, dance and other College departments

Kenyon L.A. offers selected rising juniors and seniors screenwriting work and entertainment-industry career exploration

Degree Flexibility

Three electives are selected with a faculty adviser, including no more than two approved courses outside the department

Transfer or off-campus film courses are generally treated as electives and require consultation with film faculty

Updated 5h ago

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