Program Overview
Unlock Your Screenwriting Potential Online.
Dive into the world of screenwriting with our graduate level Screenwriting Certificate, designed for aspiring writers who aim to master the art of storytelling within the Hollywood standard structure for film. Our program offers a comprehensive online learning experience that equips you with the skills, knowledge, and connections needed to thrive in the competitive landscape of screenwriting.
Your path to screenwriting success starts here. Embark on a journey that transforms your passion for storytelling into a career in screenwriting. With this Screenwriting Certificate, you'll not only learn how to write captivating scripts but also how to navigate the industry with confidence. Apply today and take the first step towards becoming a part of the next generation of screenwriters ready to make their mark in Hollywood.
"From classes with dedicated professors with real-world industry experience to unique educational opportunities like the Writers Room Intensive, Lipscomb's screenwriting and television writing certificates truly prepare students for the film and television industry."
- Chris Luccy, Writer and Co-Producer, ABC’s A Million Little Things (2018-2023)
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Admissions Requirements
* Due to high demand enrollment is limited
All applicants to the screenwriting certificate graduate program must submit the following:
- Application Form. Each applicant must complete an application form. The application form is available at grad.lipscomb.edu/apply.
- Application Fee. Each application should be accompanied by a $50 nonrefundable application fee.
- Official Transcript(s). Each applicant must submit an official transcript, showing degree conferral when appropriate, from all schools attended. Official transcript(s) Undergraduate degrees with a cumulative 3.0 GPA will receive priority consideration.
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Résumé
* The admission process also includes an interview which will be scheduled through the program director.
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