About Film in Stony Brook University
The MFA in Film is a two plus year program that includes dedicated Tracks in DirectingScreenwriting, Producing, and an Independent Track, with production periods culminating in a feature screenplay, a 20-minute MFA thesis film, a television writer’s portfolio, or a feature producer’s package. Faculty Christine Vachon, Pamela Koffler, Alan Kingsburg, Magdalene Brandeis, Perry Blackshear, Jennie Allen, Simone Pero, Lenny Crooks, Karen Offitzer, and Jordan Roberts, along with top industry professionals, guide participants through the essential elements of independent film production and TV Writing. Hands-on, experiential, in-depth, project driven.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
Stony Brook University Highlights
| Establishment Year |
1957 |
| Type |
Public |
| Location |
Stony Brook, New York |
| Campus Setting |
Suburban |
| Annual Endowment |
233.9 million USD |
| Acceptance Rate |
42% |
| Mode of Program |
Full time; Part time; online |
| Campus Housing Capacity |
53% |
| Students to Faculty ratio |
UG - 19:1
PG -18:1 |
| Mid 50% range for high school GPA |
91-97 |
| Average 50% of SAT Math |
640-750 |
| Mid 50% of ACT |
26-32 |
| English Language Proficiency Score |
TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent |
| Work-Study Program |
Available |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships |
Stony Brook University Cost of Attendance
It is highly recommended and recommended that overseas students studying in the United States have a budget estimate. The same is provided here for the students' convenience.
| Type of Expenditure |
Cost (in USD, per year) |
| Tuition Fee |
24,940 |
| Additional Fee |
3,260 |
| International Student Fee |
100 |
| Health Insurance |
657 to 920 |
| Room |
9,354 |
| Meals |
5,352 |
| Books and Supplies |
900 |
| Transportation |
500 |
| Personal Expenses |
1,368 |
