The deadline has now passed to apply for Fall 2020. Cal State LA's MFA program only accepts students for admission every other year. Please check back in Fall of 2021 for application information for Fall 2022.

Criteria for applications to the MFA Program:
- GPA minimum: 3.0 or above
- Cover Letter: overview of your application and supplemental materials
- Resume: experience in your field as well as related experience(s), achievements, awards and more
- Personal Statement: tell us about yourself and why you wish to pursue a graduate degree in a particular Option
- Supplemental materials: see Option Application for specifications
- 2 Letters of Recomendation
- Online sites: websites/webpages that highlight your work (if relevant)
- Unofficial Transcript:
- International Students: TOEFL Score Report
Before submitting your application to the MFA in Television, Film and Theatre, you must start your application to the University by clicking the button below for CSU Apply.
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Once you have completed your application at CSU Apply then click on the appropriate OPTION (below) to
apply to the MFA prgram
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
For questions: email [email protected] or call (323)-343-4110