M.A. in Screenwriting
Write Your Success Story With Regent’s Screenwriting Degree
Elevate your voice from anywhere with an online screenwriting degree
Empower yourself to create powerful, redemptive stories that will come alive on the screen with a fully online Master of Arts in Screenwriting. At Regent University, you will learn in our Master of Arts in Screenwriting program from award-winning industry professionals how to develop scripts for short films, feature films, and television, while diving into the history of narrative, from fables to contemporary media. You can hone your visual storytelling style, build a portfolio, and advance in your career as a commercial-level screenwriter.
Increase Your Earning Potential
Advance in leadership roles with higher salary opportunities.
Be Mentored by Masters of the Craft
Learn the art and craft of screenwriting from industry experts in the M.A. in Screenwriting degree program.
Sharpen Your Skill Set
Conceptualize all aspects of a film, television, or video project.
Display Your Skill THROUGH THE SCREENWRITING DEGREE PROGRAM
Enjoy participating in a directed project that can enhance your portfolio.
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 screenwriting degree is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the M.A. in Screenwriting degree, you can:
- Analyze all the elements that go into a satisfying and socially redemptive story.
- Write for a range of genres, from feature and short films to television programs and plays.
- Develop structural and narrative components for situation comedies and hourlong dramas.
- Learn how to present your portfolio and market your work.
Career Opportunities
- Film/TV Scriptwriter
- Playwright
- Executive Producer
- Copywriter
- Editor
Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.
2024-25 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 9 | Monday, August 19 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 8 | Monday, January 13 |
| Session E | Friday, May 2 | Monday, May 12 |
Admissions Requirements
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 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.
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.
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production (MFA) | $700 | 6 | $4,200 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $1,070 | 6 | $6,420 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $970 | 3 | $2,910 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $970 | 3 | $2,910 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production (MFA) | $700 | 9 | $6,300 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $1,070 | 9 | $9,630 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $970 | 6 | $5,820 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $970 | 6 | $5,820 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 6 | $5,520 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 9 | $8,280 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
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