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Film Editing

This specialization teaches editing fundamentals. Learn about one of the most important roles in filmmaking. This program can be completed online or in the classroom. 

This program is perfect for...

  • Individuals pursuing a career in editing
  • Directors and filmmakers wanting to learn about the editing process
  • Individuals in other aspects of entertainment who want to understand the editing process
  • Individuals interested in the entertainment industry

What you can learn.

  • Editing theory
  • The art of editing
  • Hands-on instruction and practice on the leading editing software
  • How to apply editing skills to various projects, including film, television, documentaries, and web series

Courses

Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.

Required Courses
FILM TV X 479.613
Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Editing Software Course
Select 1 editing software course from the list below. 
FILM TV X 477.84
Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Estimated Cost Breakdown

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application & Candidacy Fee

50.00

Estimated Program Tuition

2235.00

Estimated program textbook/materials

550.00

*The Application & Candidacy Fee establishes your candidacy in the program for a period of time covering normal progress toward completion and may allow you to access a variety of program benefits.

**Federal Financial Aid Gainful Employment Disclosures

The U.S. Department of Education requires colleges and universities to disclose certain information for any financial aid eligible program that, “prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation”. This information includes program costs; occupations that the program prepares students to enter; occupational profiles; on time completion rate; and for the most recent award year: the number of students who have completed the program, the number of students who complete the program within the estimated duration, the job placement rate, and the median Title IV and private loan debt incurred by those who complete the program. For gainful employment information for this program, visit our Financial Aid page.

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