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Master's in Film & Television (MFA)
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Pursue your vision. Perfect your craft. Find your crew. SHU is home to the only film MFA in Connecticut.
Why Earn Your Master’s in Film & Television at Sacred Heart?
Master the art of storytelling in our dynamic and close-knit graduate program. Work in fiction, documentary, web based and/or VR/AR/XR formats. The Film and Television Master’s program (FTMA) at Sacred Heart University is devoted to cinematic storytelling across all platforms. Our students find their artistic vision in a collaborative environment in which they live and breathe filmmaking.
Our program fosters the next generation of storytellers through dynamic courses that guide students as they work collaboratively to create independent projects, supplemented by frequent masterclasses and workshops. Focusing on story and hands-on production, students learn the craft and techniques that empower them to stand out in today’s media market.
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Our Philosophy
At Sacred Heart, we believe all of our students deserve an opportunity for equal access to the creative process. Our small class sizes, lively, student-driven production schedule and state-of-the art equipment and facilities make this possible.
Program Options
Master of Arts (MA)
With courses held on-campus, students can complete a Master of Arts in this intensive one-year film and television production degree.
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
The Master of Fine Arts is an on-campus customizable, terminal two-year degree in film and television production.
Dual Degree Program
Students apply to the dual degree program as incoming freshmen and are admitted directly into the FTMA graduate program at the same time as their admission as undergraduate students. Dual degree students are guaranteed a place in the Masters in Film & Television Production (FTMA/FTMFA) program provided they continue, as undergraduate students, to meet program-specific criteria to progress into enrollment in the graduate program.
Internships & Career
Sacred Heart’s home is in the heart of Connecticut’s “Creative Corridor” with close ties to nearby New York City, which means students in the film & television program can go beyond the classroom into professional environments. Through partnerships with media companies and mentorship from industry professionals, students complete the program ready to enter the media industries with meaningful industry connections. Students have the opportunity to work at high profile companies such as ABC News, NBC, CBS and MTV, among other top corporations.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Merit scholarship for student representatives of SHU's Graduate Admissions office. Selection is based on admissions application and interest in serving as a Graduate Student Ambassador.
Merit scholarship recognizing prior academic achievements and potential success in graduate studies. Selection is based on admissions application and demonstrated interest in SHU.
Need-based grant to help reduce the cost of graduate tuition. To learn about eligibility, contact your admissions counselor.
SHU participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and supports eligible veterans and military-connected students using VA education benefits.
Graduate assistantships allow students to gain professional experience at SHU while receiving financial support toward their education in the form of on-campus employment, tuition assistance, or a stipend.
Paid leadership position within SHU's residential communities. Residence hall directors supervise student staff, support student residents, and contribute to the residential experience. Benefits typically include housing benefits and a salary.
Hartford HealthCare employees receive a 20% discount on tuition.
Community
Sundance Film Festival
In January, FTMA students and faculty travel to the Sundance Film Festival. The students serve as official festival volunteers, which provides them with free and behind-the-scenes access to festival events.
FTMA in Luxembourg
Recently, a small crew of FTMA graduate students and faculty traveled to Luxembourg, Germany and France to shoot a commissioned project documenting SHU’s study abroad programs. Check out some behind-the-scenes footage!
Partnerships
Student work and internships with partner organizations
Faculty Highlights
Sara Ross, Ph.D.
Program Co-Director
Todd Barnes, JD
Program Co-Director
Sidney Gottlieb, Ph.D.
Professor
Zeke Hawkins
Artist in Residence
Sharbari Ahmed
Artist in Residence
Roger S.H. Schulman
Artist in Residence
Film & Television
The film and television master’s program
The film and television master’s program
The film and television master’s program
The film and television master’s program
The film and television master’s program
The film and television master’s program
The film and television master’s program
The film and television master’s program
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