Admission is based on the following:
- Complete TVFT MFA Application
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- TOEFL Score (if applicable)
- Transcripts from all accredited institutions of higher education or professional schools attended. Official (sealed) copies required
- Personal Statement (1-2 full pages)
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- For the Dramatic Writing Option: Stage play, and/or television/film script writing portfolio with Portfolio Index
- For the Production Option: Production Reel with Reel Index
- For the Acting/Performance Option: Acting Reel with Reel Index
- Two Letters of Recommendation
The application is available for download in .pdf or .doc format:
TVFT MFA Application - .pdf
TVFT MFA Application - .doc
For additional information, contact:
Director of TVFT MFA
California State University, Los Angeles
c/o Department of Communication Studies
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, California 90032-8111
Telephone:(323) 343-5340
Email:mfatvft@calstatela.edu
IMPORTANT NOTE: Application to the University requires a separate form. For information check the University website and CSU Mentor



