The bachelor of fine arts (BFA) program delivers a more intensive approach to acquiring the kind of real-world knowledge that drives the industry today. With a 63-credit load in the core and FTM curriculum and no minor requirement, students take more classes in their chosen field and have a greater opportunity to explore areas of interest through an expanded choice of FTM electives in production practice, history and theory.
A separate application is required to enter the BFA program.
High School and Transfer Applicants
Current high school and transfer students who have been admitted to Quinnipiac University may apply immediately for admission to the BFA program. Applications are rolling and may be submitted at any time. Decision letters will be sent out September 15 and February 15 after the applications have been reviewed by the BFA Committee.
*Important: To apply for the BFA in Film, Television and Media Arts program, high school and transfer students must be already admitted to Quinnipiac University. Apply to Quinnipiac
Application Checklist
- BFA application form
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Application essay (500-word maximum length) on the following:
Why do you wish to pursue the BFA degree?
Which filmmakers and/or television producers have inspired you and/or influenced your work? Please give examples.
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Digital portfolio (5-minute maximum length):
Paste a link to a Vimeo, or YouTube, page of your best film work. This could be an excerpt of a longer film, clips from multiple projects, or a shorter film that is under 5-minutes in length. You should be the director of all film work submitted.
Review Process
The BFA Application Committee will review all applications. The Committee is comprised of faculty members from the Film, Television, and Media Arts department in the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University.
Questions
If you have any questions about the BFA program, or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact the department chair.
The bachelor of fine arts (BFA) program delivers a more intensive approach to acquiring the kind of real-world knowledge that drives the industry today. With a 63-credit load in the core and FTM curriculum and no minor requirement, students take more classes in their chosen field and have a greater opportunity to explore areas of interest through an expanded choice of FTM electives in production practice, history and theory.
A separate application is required to enter the BFA program.
Current Quinnipiac Students
Current QU students who have completed two semesters of undergraduate education, or hold sophomore status, may apply for fall or spring admission into the Film, Television, and Media Arts BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) program. Applications are rolling and may be submitted at any time. Decision letters will be sent out September 15 and February 15 after the applications have been reviewed by the BFA Committee.
Important: To submit an FTM/BFA Application, current college students must have an overall Quinnipiac GPA of 3.0, and a 3.0 GPA in all film, television or media arts courses.
Application Checklist
- BFA application form
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Application essay (500-word maximum length) on the following:
Why do you wish to pursue the BFA degree?
Which filmmakers and/or television producers have inspired you and/or influenced your work? Please give examples.
-
Digital portfolio (5-minute maximum length):
Paste a link to a Vimeo, or YouTube, page of your best film work. This could be an excerpt of a longer film, clips from multiple projects, or a shorter film that is under 5-minutes in length. You should be the director of all film work submitted.
Review Process
The BFA Application Committee will review all applications. The Committee is comprised of faculty members from the Film, Television, and Media Arts department in the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University.
Important: The BFA Committee will only review applications that are comprised of anonymous material. Meaning, a student’s name must not appear on any of the application materials (except for the Application Form). Please use the last four digits of your Quinnipiac ID number on your essay and digital film work.
Questions
If you have any questions about the BFA program, or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact the department chair.
