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BFA Filmmaking

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Program profile

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Training

Begin working with professional film equipment in the first semester

Write, produce, and direct original films throughout the BFA

Collaborate with professional guest filmmakers during the week-long Stephens Film Institute

Professional Development

Graduate with a body of work screened for a professional jury and at community events

Receive support submitting work to outside film festivals

Gain behind-the-scenes experience at Columbia's True/False Film Fest

Facilities

Work year-round in two large soundstage studios with free access to filmmaking equipment

Screen work on campus and build a portfolio through productions from the first semester onward

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.27

Admit rate

77%

school-wide

Grad rate

43%

Enrollment

391

Earnings

$43K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$28,300

Before aid

Average net price

$23,459

After aid

College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 30, 8:06 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Begin working with professional film equipment in the first semester

Write, produce, and direct original films throughout the BFA

Collaborate with professional guest filmmakers during the week-long Stephens Film Institute

Professional Development

Graduate with a body of work screened for a professional jury and at community events

Receive support submitting work to outside film festivals

Gain behind-the-scenes experience at Columbia's True/False Film Fest

Facilities

Work year-round in two large soundstage studios with free access to filmmaking equipment

Screen work on campus and build a portfolio through productions from the first semester onward

Program Highlights

Training

Begin working with professional film equipment in the first semester

Write, produce, and direct original films throughout the BFA

Collaborate with professional guest filmmakers during the week-long Stephens Film Institute

Professional Development

Graduate with a body of work screened for a professional jury and at community events

Receive support submitting work to outside film festivals

Gain behind-the-scenes experience at Columbia's True/False Film Fest

Facilities

Work year-round in two large soundstage studios with free access to filmmaking equipment

Screen work on campus and build a portfolio through productions from the first semester onward

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Priority application date — optimum scholarship consideration; rolling admission continuesFeb 1, 2027

Rolling admission — applications accepted after the priority date

How To Apply · stephens.edu

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Acceptd

Fee

$35

Opens

Aug 15, 2026

Deadline

Acceptd submission deadlineJun 20, 2027

Application portal · Acceptd

Portfolio Requirements

WildcardOptional

Submit an optional wildcard video that shares another aspect of your work, interests, or creative voice

Additional Materials

Resume

Submit a resume or a website link

Portfolio

Required: submit a portfolio or video of your work

Wildcard

Optional: submit a wildcard video

Statement of Purpose

No length limit stated

Please upload a short essay describing where you see yourself in 10 years and why you want to pursue a career in Film.

Described only as a short essay. Submit in Acceptd.

Application portal · Acceptd

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit filmmaking materials through Acceptd

Complete the free Stephens College undergraduate application

Eligibility

The Conservatory welcomes artists of all gender identities

Important Notes

Submit the FAFSA using Stephens College code 002512

Feb. 1 is the FAFSA priority date specifically for work-study and Access Missouri Grant consideration

Undergraduate admission remains rolling after Feb. 1

Transfer Pathway

Transfer applicants to BFA Filmmaking submit the Conservatory filmmaking portfolio package. Stephens publishes a general transfer-credit pathway for college courses completed with a C or better and a TES equivalency portal; credits receive final review, so this supports transfer entry without promising advanced standing in the four-year filmmaking sequence.

Applying As A Transfer Student · stephens.edu

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

A portfolio is required for admission

No performance audition is required

Scholarship Info

All Conservatory applicants are automatically considered for talent award scholarships

The Promise Program provides up to four years of tuition funding for eligible full-time students whose adjusted family income does not exceed $75,000 annually

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.27

Admit rate

77%

school-wide

Grad rate

43%

Enrollment

391

Earnings

$43K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$28,300

Before aid

Average net price

$23,459

After aid

College Scorecard

Training

Begin working with professional film equipment in the first semester

Write, produce, and direct original films throughout the BFA

Collaborate with professional guest filmmakers during the week-long Stephens Film Institute

Professional Development

Graduate with a body of work screened for a professional jury and at community events

Receive support submitting work to outside film festivals

Gain behind-the-scenes experience at Columbia's True/False Film Fest

Facilities

Work year-round in two large soundstage studios with free access to filmmaking equipment

Screen work on campus and build a portfolio through productions from the first semester onward

Updated Sep 30, 8:06 PM