Great cinema transcends language and international boundary. If you want to take your vision to the next level and bring your dream film to life, no matter where you are, there is only one place for you: the International Academy of Film and Television.
As one of the top film schools in the country for international students and future dream-makers, IAFT offers our proven “hands-on, learn-by-doing” training program for the fine art of filmmaking to you. Our Miami film school is approved by SEVIS/US Immigration to offer M-1 Student Visas for our three-month “Filmmaking Training Program”.
If you want to make film the professional way, as a true artist, there is only one choice: IAFT!
During this course, you will learn how to write, direct, shoot, and edit your own film – while learning the proven tips, tools, and tricks of the trade on high-tech equipment in the beautiful Florida sun. Plus, you will have a chance to immerse yourself in one of the world’s most vibrant centers for culture and art – the chance of a lifetime.
Contact us today to begin the process.
How To Apply:
- Fill out the online application and scan and email it to admission@iaft.net
- Pay the $50 USD application fee (We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, and PayPal).
- Email three months of bank statements to verify that you can afford tuition, housing, and living expenses while attending IAFT Miami. Student should forward all original documents to IAFT Miami prior to the issuance of an I-20*** form.
- Email a legible color copy of the identification page on your passport
- Write and email a 250-500 word essay in English telling us about your career goals and interest in filmmaking – why you want to create films and make art
- Register and sign IAFT’s Enrollment Agreement
- Receive your I-20 form with your unique SEVIS ID number. At least 50% of tuition should be payed and original documents should be submitted prior to the issuance of an I-20***.
- Pay the $200 USD SEVIS I-901 fee before applying for your visa. You can pay here
- Pay your tuition and take the receipt and all the above documents to the U.S. Embassy/Consulate to receive your visa
In no time, you will be here, learning how to make your vision come alive. Welcome to IAFT. Welcome to your dreams.
** The Admissions office at IAFT may specify other necessary documentation or requirements for the completion of the application process as needed.
*** Miami is the only campus that can issue I-20 for now
