In the Master's of Fine Arts (MFA) in Screenwriting degree program, students master cinematic storytelling concepts and techniques. Throughout this hands-on program, students work and study at the same pace as professional screenwriters, writing scripts and proposals for film, television, comic books, games, as well as web series.<br>Studying under the mentorship and guidance of our experienced faculty of active industry screenwriters, students grow individually as artists and write intensively, learning to adhere to project guidelines and take constructive criticism while retaining a unique artistic voice.<br>MFA students also learn to build strong, three-dimensional characters and develop compelling story worlds and franchises across multiple visual media. To round out their knowledge and experience in narrative storytelling, students also expand on their knowledge of filmmaking, acting, and editing. Due to the rigorous nature of this program, it's a great opportunity for students with ambitious goals in film, media, and entertainment.<br>The curriculum for the MFA in Screenwriting program includes:<br><br>Intensive classes that help students advance their writing skills across multiple media, including film, television, short films, and web series, with electives in other media such as comic books, games, podcasts, reality/unscripted projects, and plays<br>Skill building classes and electives in story generation, rewriting, world building, scene study, genre studies<br>Business classes that teach students the ins and outs of the entertainment industry<br>Close mentoring and instruction by faculty and staff that actively work in screenwriting and can prepare students for the challenges of the current industry