Admissions, Tuition and Aid
Start Your Journey
Our community is made up of driven, creative artists who want to sharpen their skills and influence the industry. Admission to Biola's Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts is highly competitive and a well-thought-out application is important. Read the information below, complete both your Biola application and your cinema and media arts application as soon as possible, then schedule a visit and come see our Studio Facilities.
Begin the Process
Read all instructions carefully and don't worry — you don't need to complete your application in one sitting.
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Apply to Biola University
- Apply to Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts
- The Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts application includes requirements and questions as:
- What matters to you, and why?
- Media production is a collaborative art. What contributions do you feel you can make to a creative community?
- Give us your top 10 list (this is an unintentionally unrestricted question).
- The following programs are available at Biola's Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts:
- The Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts application includes requirements and questions as:
- Please be sure to submit your two letters of recommendation with the Cinema and Media Arts Application or send them directly to cma@biola.edu.
Application Deadlines
Apply for Fall Semester
| Deadline Type | Apply By |
|---|---|
| Early Action 1 | November 30 |
| Early Action 2 | January 15 |
| Regular Application | March 1 |
Important Note:
If a student submits their application by an Early Action deadline, they will learn about admittance earlier than the standard application and notification dates. Early Action is non-binding. Students have until June 1 to notify Biola of their intent to attend.
Apply for Spring Semester
| Deadline Type | Apply By |
|---|---|
| Early Action | October 15 |
| Regular Application | November 30 |
Scholarships and Aid
As you begin exploring your financial aid options, we want to make sure you are aware of the different grants and scholarships available to our students. In addition to the general financial aid opportunities for undergraduate students, learn more about the Cinema and Media Arts Scholarship, which gives over $100,000 in scholarships to incoming students every year.
Scholarship for the 2024–2025 academic year now open.
Take the First Step
The process of becoming a student at Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts begins with an application to Biola University.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I am accepted to Biola, does that automatically guarantee my acceptance into Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts?
No. Admission to Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts is separate from but contingent upon your admission to Biola University. Admission to Biola University does not guarantee admission into Biola's Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts.
Is the application to Biola University the same as the application to Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts?
No. The cinema and media arts application is separate from and in addition to your application to Biola University.
When will my application be considered for acceptance into Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts?
We will consider your application only after you have been accepted to Biola University. We suggest you submit your application to Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts at the same time you submit your application to Biola. Notification of acceptance will be mailed according to the deadlines above.
Should I submit my application to Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts at the same time as my application to Biola?
Yes, we recommend submitting both applications at the same time.
Do I need extensive media experience to be accepted into Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts?
Please be assured that extensive media experience or an incredible demo reel is not a prerequisite for admission into Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts. Some experience is helpful, but we are interested in students who have demonstrated academic success, leadership ability, creative thinking, problem-solving, dreaming and incredible character.
Am I required to submit samples of my work?
Yes. Depending on the emphasis you are interested in, a writing sample or production reel is expected. Please place your best work first, not necessarily your most recent work.
What equipment should I own?
Equipment and software needed to complete coursework are supplied by the school and housed in the Studio Facilities. While students may purchase professional equipment for personal use, it is not a requirement of the major. A laptop is highly recommended for academic course work. Contact the department for specific equipment and software recommendations.
Do you accept transfer students?
Yes. For more information, please contact the department directly. More than nine academic semester units can be applied toward the cinema and media arts major.