As a Filmmaking student, you’ll develop team-building, communication, and creative-planning skills that will enable you to lead teams in any creative setting. You’ll think analytically about the filmmaking process from concept development to screen, and learn to write, produce, direct, and edit effectively. Being well rounded will help you secure jobs in the independent and Hollywood film industry. Columbia College Chicago offers two similar options for film-related degrees: a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Filmmaking and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Cinema Art and Science. The Filmmaking BA might be the best choice for you if you want a broad overview of filmmaking or want to create more experimental work. The Cinema Art and Science BFA is about specialization: you'll select a concentration and focus your studies in one aspect of the filmmaking process.

Students must submit all official educational records of high school, secondary school or college/university work. Official educational records not written in English should include an English translation when possible. In some cases this may require applicants to submit a “leaving certificate” or “graduation certificate” along with their translated, certified educational record. Official educational records not written in English should include an English translation when possible. Proof of English language proficiency is required for admission to the college if English is not your country’s primary language