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How to Apply

Applying to Television and Film Arts requires you to complete TWO applications, one for admission to the college, and the other for admission to Television and Film Arts.

Applications for Fall 2024 are now open!

The deadline to apply for Television and Film Arts is Wednesday, February 28, 2024.

Admission to the Television and Film Arts program is competitive and limited to approximately 15 students each year.   

Questions? Contact TFA Director, Aaron Daniel Annas, at annasa@buffalostate.edu.

Applying to Buffalo State

1

Apply Through Undergraduate Admissions

Prospective undergraduate students interested in entering the Television and Film Arts program at Buffalo State must apply through the Undergraduate Admissions Office.

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On the SUNY website: select Buffalo State

In the curriculum menu: select "Television and Film Arts"

Applying to the TFA Program

1

Complete the Personal Statement Form

Personal Statement (DOC)

Download and complete the Personal Statement form and email it to TFA@buffalostate.edu.

2

Complete the Creative Sample Form

Creative Sample (DOC)

After downloading the Creative Sample form, you must submit either a short film OR a screenplay. 

  • Short films must be uploaded to YouTube or Vimeo. Email us the link to your short film, ensuring that it does not require a password. 
  • Screenplays must be submitted as a MS Word document or PDF.
  • Email Creative Samples to TFA@buffalostate.edu.
3

Your Recommendation

Recommendation Form (DOC)

Download and forward the Recommendation to the TFA Major form to your recommender, who will complete the recommendation form and email it to TFA@buffalostate.edu.