Overview

One of the fastest growing programs at Boise State University, the Film and Television Arts Program features hands-on, experiential learning, and numerous opportunities to gain professional experience.

Key Facts

As a Film and Television Arts student, you will gain practical and technical skills, professional and artistic mentorship, an understanding of film as an art form and skills that will serve you in a variety of careers. With an emphasis on experiential learning, the program provides consistent opportunities for students to learn and work on professional film shoots. You will gain experience in all aspects of filmmaking while also having the freedom to pursue your own artistic and professional passions.

The program is located in the heart of Boise, which features a rapidly growing film scene, including local film organizations, festivals and a network of professional filmmakers.

A highlight of the program is the Short Film Lab. Formerly known as the Narrative Television Initiative, the Short Film Lab is a sequence of four experiential courses that takes students through the entire process of creating an original short film. The Lab culminates in a showcase screening in Boise.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Screenwriting
Writing for TV
Postproduction
Cinematography
Directing Film

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boise, United States

Disciplines

Visual Arts Film Studies View 1648 other Bachelors in Visual Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application
$85 application fee (non-refundable)
High school transcripts or marksheets
Proof of English proficiency
Photocopy of your passport name page

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28478 USD / year

≈ 28478 USD / year
Out-of-State

28478 USD / year

≈ 28478 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

9364 USD / year

≈ 9364 USD / year

Living costs

Boise

United States

810 - 1310 USD / month

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