»Graduate Admission FAQs
+-Do I have to complete all of the writing assignments?
All applicants must complete the
“Transformational Moment” essay. The rest of the writing assignments is
dependent on the program you are applying to. Please make sure to read the
supplemental application thoroughly so you complete all necessary writing
assignments.
+-Can the letters of recommendation be included with the application?
Yes, your letters of recommendation can be submitted electronically through our online application
+-Do I have to submit a GRE, and what are the required scores?
The GRE is required if your cumulative GPA from your degree granting undergraduate school is under a 3.0. A minimum score of 153 on the verbal section and 4.5 on the analytical writing section is required.
+-How can I check on my application status?
Applicants can check their status at anytime through WebAdvisor
+-How can I increase my chances of being accepted?
Fill out the application in full and make sure
to get it in by the December 1 deadline. The most important thing to keep in mind while
filling out the application is to tell us who you are. Your application is a
perfect process to be able to show us how you tell stories. Also, we value candidates who are well-rounded. So if you’ve never
taken a film course, see if you can sign up for one. If your grades are low,
try to boost them. If you’ve never worked on a set, try to volunteer. If your
entire life revolves around film, show us something unique about you.
+-How can I tour the facilities?
Department tours are by appointment only. Please contact the Graduate Admission Office at 714.628.2764 to set up a
department tour.
+-How long does the review process take?
Most applicants will hear by the middle to end of March, and some decisions may continue to go out through May.
+-How many students do you normally accept?
We accept between 15-30 students per emphasis, with a yearly total being somewhere around 120. We accept roughly 20-50% of applicants depending on the emphasis. The directing and producing programs are traditionally the two most competitive programs to get into
+-What is the page-length requirement for the Short or Feature Screenplay?
Let the story guide the page length. Shorts written at Chapman tend to be around 15-20 pages. Features tend to be around 80 – 120 pages
+-What scores must I earn on the TOEFL or IELTS as an International Student?
TOEFL minimum requirements:
600 (PBT)
250 (CBT)
100 (IBT)
IELTS minimum requirements:
7.0
+-Where can I find the application?
The application can be completed and submitted online at http://www.chapman.edu/admission/graduate/index.aspx.
+-Can students who only have an undergraduate background in film apply?
No. We take students from all walks of life and with Bachelor’s degrees in many subjects. We have students who have studied everything from Physics to History
+-Can I send in samples of my work with my application?
Certain emphases are required to submit sample work. Please refer to the application for a list of emphases and their requirements. For those emphases that do not require samples, we ask that you use the Creative Portfolio list as a “resume” to show us the type of work you’ve been a part of. Upon review of your application, you may be notified to provide a sample of work from that list
+-How can I obtain a Fellowship?
All applicants who submit their application by the December 1 deadline will be considered for a fellowship. Fellowships are given out based on the talent that is seen on the application. These awards are usually around $5,000-$15,000 per year.
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