BFA in Film & Television
Lights. Camera. Action.
Want a film degree that prepares you to inspire, teach and entertain through storytelling from a redemptive perspective? Regent’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film & Television degree can provide you with comprehensive training in all aspects of film and television production, including a foundation in scriptwriting. You can learn about camera operations, cinematography, lighting, sound, and editing. You can also participate in an array of student and professional films that build your portfolio and network.
EXPERIENCE THE BEST
Enjoy access to state-of-the-art film and video equipment housed in our $35 million Communication & Performing Arts Center.
Grow Your Knowledge THROUGH THE BFA IN FILM & TELEVISION degree
Gain leading-edge skills in producing, directing and editing while honing your technical proficiency
Advance in Your Career
Be equipped to compete creatively and technically in the new media landscape.
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Explore exciting scholarship opportunities such as academic merit scholarships, honors college scholarships, and more! Learn about the scholarships for on-campus incoming freshmen: the $10,000 Freedom Scholarships, $4,000 Homeschool Scholarships and $4,000 Private School Scholarships.
ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE
Regent is ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report, 2022. Presented from a Christian worldview, the in-demand cinema-television degree is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach. Meet the faculty.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the BFA in Film & Television degree, you can:
- Operate a camera, edit, and control sound and lighting on a professional set.
- Showcase comprehensive technical skills coupled with storytelling and post-production abilities.
- Serve the growing market of emerging media platforms and corporate industry with their production needs.
- Maximize new opportunities and take full advantage of shifting trends, technologies and distribution platforms.
Career Opportunities:
- Film/Television Producer
- Cinematographer
- Film Editor
- Marketing Media Producer
- Technical Production Specialist
Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
Submit your unofficial high school or college transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.
Step 4: Submit Your FAFSA
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov Regent's school code is 030913.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
| Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Rate Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $10,470 | 12 - 18 | $20,940 |
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $698 | Under 12 | $8,376 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $698 | Over 18 | $12,564 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $698 | N/A | $2,094+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
| Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |
| Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Rate Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $9,975 | 12 - 18 | $19,950 |
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $665 | Under 12 | $7,980 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $665 | Over 18 | $11,970 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $665 | N/A | $1,995+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
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| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
| Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
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