About the university
Digital Film Academy (DFA) was founded by film producer and director Patrick DiRenna on September 10, 2001 in the historic Film Center building in New York City. While making his first feature film Train of Illusion in 1991, DiRenna realized that he was at the mercy of others who did not share his same passion and drive about his project. This realization echoed throughout his career, and as technology advanced and the reliance on film lessened, DiRenna foresaw digital media as the future for independent filmmakers while other academic institutions still focused on film. Wanting to create an all-digital media school offering tools to filmmakers not available at any other school, Digital Film Academy was born! In addition to state-of-the-art instruction in digital filmmaking, filmmakers receive a production membership to the academy’s facility upon graduation. This unique combination of instruction and access to the facility enables filmmakers to become independent and start working in the growing industry without having to invest thousands of dollars into equipment. The demand for such a program was noted as DFA grew and established an excellent reputation in the community and abroad over the years. At that time, DFA offered a part-time, hands-on program where students would write, produce, direct, and edit their short film. In 2008, DFA further flourished under the leadership of Elena Primost, former Vice President and Director of Academic Affairs, who expanded the academy’s curriculum to full-time beginner and advanced conservatory programs and led the academy to national accreditation in 2011.
Education programs
Media Communications
Media Communications
Associate Degree in Digital Media
English
Language of instructions
Full-time
Study mode
$26,835
Fee for international students
$26,835
Fee for domestic students
International students friendly
- TOEFL not required. - IELTS not required. Required: Proof of School Diploma OR College Transcript (translated and notarized). If the document you submit is from a school or college outside the USA, we will also need to have a credential evaluation check done on your qualification to ensure it is at least the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma. See our website for a list of organizations who do credential evaluations which Digital Film Academy can accept.
Student visa
You will need to provide evidence that you or your family have a enough funds available to pay for the entire cost of your tuition and living expenses. If you are currently in the US as a student on an F-1 visa you can transfer your I-20 to Digital Film Academy’s film school.
Accommodation
We provide incoming students with a list of available accommodation options throughout the New York and Atlanta areas. After your Studies: After you have studied for one year at Digital Film Academy, you can apply for CPT (Curricular Practical Training) or apply for OPT (Optional Practical Training). This gives you permission to stay longer in the USA and work in the digital media industry.
Scholarships
Our school does not currently offer any scholarships or grants for international students. Domestic students (US citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card holders)) can however apply for federal financial aid. Note: financial aid is NOT available to international students.
How to apply to the university
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Required documents for admission
When applying for admission to Digital Film Academy in United States you should prepare all required documents. Request a list of necessary documents directly from a university, as it may vary for different countries. Using our live chat, you can also ask for sample documents.
- Family Details
- Letters of reccomendation (MA, PhD)
- World Education Services evaluation
- TOEFL Certificate
- Letters of reccomendation (for undergraduate)
- Research proposal outline (MA, PhD)
- Photographs
- Application fee
- Declaration for financial support
- Proof of fee payment
- Online Application form
- Health and Life Insurance
- Passport
- Motivation Letter
- Student visa
Why people choose this university
Contacts
Digital Film Academy
Film Center Building, 630 9th Ave
Suite 901
New York City
NY 10036
United States
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