Overview

The Motion Pictures degree at Wright State University is a highly selective program that gives students in-depth training for professions closely related to film production while providing opportunities to develop their creativity and study the film medium.

Careers

Wright State alumni are working in virtually all components of the film and television industry. They hold such positions as advertising creative director, Hollywood cinematographer, feature film producer, computer special effects artist, videographer, writer, cinema scenic artist and designer, storyboard artist, crew member, director, DVD graphics designer, Technicolor specialist, and film editor, among others.

Students who earn the B.F.A. in Motion Picture Production may qualify for positions in film, television, public relations, advertising, or industry, with professional film production companies in Hollywood or elsewhere, or as independent filmmakers. The degree can also prepare students for careers in the related fields of journalism, screenwriting, or the management of arts organizations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Moving Image

History of the Motion Picture

Documentary Film: History and Theory

Studies in Film History

Studies in Film Authorship

Studies in Film Theory

Advanced Studies in Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-10 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dayton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

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Submit a copy of your passport information page showing your photo, name, and date of birth.

Complete the admission application and submit your $30 non-refundable application fee.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22000 USD / year

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Out-of-State

22000 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

11816 USD / year

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Living costs

Dayton

United States

880 - 1352 USD / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

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