Overview

The Cinema Television and Emerging Media Studies program at Morehouse College emphasizes screenwriting, film analysis, theory, and criticism. It explores the history of national and international cinema, film production, African American cinema, and politics in Hollywood. It is designed to develop critical thinking, effective communication, and global awareness.

About the programme

The Cinema Television and Emerging Media Studies curriculum places strong emphasis on screenwriting and students learn film and television history and culture, scriptwriting for film and television cinematic language, film production, film theory and criticism, African American film, classical Hollywood cinema, global cinema, and producing.

CTEMS is highly selective. Morehouse applicants majoring in CTEMS must apply through a secondary application completed in the sophomore year during the application period posted in the fall. The application is also posted at the beginning of the designated period for sophomore candidates.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Creative Writing: Fiction & Drama

Classic AA Cinema

Screenplay

Film Criticism & Theory

Great Films (Domestic & International)

Hollywood, Politics, Power

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Film Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 907 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the online application for admission.
Pay the non-refundable application fee.
Submit an official copy of your high school diploma or national/regional exam results.
Two recommendation letters: one from a guidance counselor or teacher and one from a community leader or similar reference
Official SAT or ACT scores are optional but may be submitted if available.
English language proficiency: required for applicants whose first language is not English or who completed secondary education in a country where English is not the primary language of instruction.
Required for applicants requesting a Form I-20 (F-1 Student Visa): a signed affidavit of support, and a certified bank statement from the sponsor showing sufficient funds to cover tuition, fees, living expenses, and other costs (subject to change).
A clear copy of the biographical page of your passport.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30122 USD / year

≈ 30122 USD / year
Out-of-State

30122 USD / year

≈ 30122 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

30122 USD / year

≈ 30122 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

945 - 1751 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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