School Website Location: CA-Orange Students per Class: 11-20 Subject: Screenwriting

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If you see yourself someday writing a Hollywood blockbuster or a breakthrough indie film… or collaborating with a team of writers on a sitcom or hour-long drama… If you’ve ever imagined yourself accepting an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay or an Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series, then Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts is an excellent place to pursue your passion and hone your skills.

Our intensive undergraduate screenwriting degree is designed specifically to help fledgling screenwriters like you develop your individual creativity as you explore the intricacies of story structure and character development. You’ll work one-on-one with an outstanding faculty of Hollywood screenwriters with many years of experience in both film and television — and many awards on their shelves. And you’ll learn to write in a variety of art forms — short film and feature-length, episodic television and mini-series.

ADVANTAGES

Opened in August 2006, this 76,000-square-foot facility was specifically designed from the ground up to replicate a working production studio. From sound stages to state-of-the-art classrooms, computer labs with every program needed for pre- and post-production, design and special effects to our 500-seat Folino Theater to showcase your end result or host an amazing event, this building is a living, breathing creative space open 24/7 for your use.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Faculty are ready with advice about classes and projects, staff will assist you with paperwork and equipment to get your films made, and the Dean is on hand to lead fascinating discussions with major filmmakers who come to visit. They are all here for the students first and are available to help with any issues you might have.

FINANCIAL AID

Since 1861, the university has been making it possible for students from all walks of life to enjoy the benefits of a Chapman University education. We are proud to be a part of our university’s rich heritage of service and dedication to others.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Many scholarships are available.

CERTIFICATIONS

Chapman University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), which is one of six regional accrediting associations that accredit public and private colleges and universities in the United States.

SUMMARY

You’ll have ample opportunity to develop your skills — writing, shooting, and editing your own short films as well as contributing to the works of your fellow students. At the end of your four years, you’ll leave here with at least two finished scripts to share with the Hollywood insiders you’ve come to know through your time at Dodge.

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