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Admissions

How to Apply

To apply, submit Temple's online graduate application along with an online application fee of $60. You will also need to provide the general supporting materials outlined below, as well as complete this application questionnaire.

This Master of Fine Arts program admits a cohort every three years. Applications for admission to the next cohort will be accepted in spring 2026 for fall 2026 matriculation.

General Supporting Materials

  • Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts reflecting a bachelor’s degree. Submit official transcripts directly from the institution electronically to . You may also have your transcripts mailed by your institution to the address below.
  • Goals Statement: Submit a 500 word statement of goals.
  • Recommendations: Submit three letters of recommendation.
  • Résumé: Submit a current professional résumé.

Additional Requirements

Interview

Selected applicants may be asked to participate in a phone interview. In person, second round interviews will be held on campus. Applicants will also participate in collaborative exercises during that time.

Portfolio

Required supplemental items will automatically populate on your application checklist after you submit the application and pay the fee. All additional materials must be submitted through the “Supplemental Items” section in the application.

Find out more about submitting supplemental materials based on your intended area of specialization.

Application materials may be mailed to the following address.

ATTN: TFMA Admissions
Center for Performing and Cinematic Arts
Temple University
Presser Hall, Room 127
2001 N. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

International applicants must send TOEFL or IELTS scores. The minimum scores required for admission are

  • TOEFL: 100 iBT, or
  • IELTS: 6.0.

Admissions Deadline

  • Fall: March 31, 2026

This program will next be admitting applicants for the fall 2026 semester.