For freshmen, the Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television is a four year program consisting primarily of two years of general college studies and two years of major coursework. The Department of Film, Television, & Digital Media (FTVDM) admits new students only once each year for the Fall Quarter.
Together, all of the application materials will provide the admissions committee a clear and compelling picture of who you are. The application materials should include your significant life experiences, your most important personal traits and greatest strengths, your special creative talents, your values and goals in life, and your vision for the kind of work you hope to pursue.
An applicant should demonstrate a strong liberal arts and humanistic education, exceptional literacy, outstanding communication skills, and unique creative ability. Prior experience in film and television is not required.
We do not accept films, DVDs, or CDs.
Applicants must submit all required application materials to be considered for admission.
Complete the TFT Undergraduate Supplemental Application.
Must be completed ONLINE by December 7, 2017.
Note: This is not the same login used for the UC Application.
Indicate areas of interest within Film.
Personal Essay (2 page max).
Life Challenge Essay (2 page max).
Critical Essay (3 page max).
Creative Writing (5 page max).
Enter the Names and Emails of all recommenders into the TFT Undergraduate Supplemental Application.
Upload Unofficial copies of all Transcripts.
For more information on requirements and applying to UCLA as an International Student, visit http://www.admission.ucla.edu/prospect/intl.htm.
If you have any additional information, call 310-206-8441, or email filmundergrad@tft.ucla.edu.
**Please do not contact the department to check on your application, as we cannot update you on your application status or materials.