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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When do classes start?
A: Our 2012-13 Fall Session year starts, Monday September 17th, 2012.
Q: When is the enrollment deadline?
A: Open enrollment for the 2012-13 Fall Session year is between February 1st and August 31st, 2012. However either sessions may fill earlier than the end dates.
Q: When is tuition due?
A: Full tuition is due no later than September 5th, 2012 (Fall 2012-13) unless financing has been arranged and approved. For applicants accepted after the deadline full tuition is due upon signing the enrollment agreement unless financing has been arranged and approved.
Q: How long has MPI been a film school?
A: The Motion Picture Production Program was licensed in February of 1998 and has been teaching students the art of filmmaking ever since.
Q: How many students do you accept?
A: The 2012-13 Fall Session accepts between 60 and 80 students.
Q: What is wait listing?
A: A wait listed student does not choose the session they will attend. They will be placed according to available seating throughout all sessions. To avoid being wait listed students need to pay their enrollment deposit within the 30 day period after acceptance.
Q: Does MPI own the films I make in the program?
A: No. Students own all their own films. MPI reserves the right to use copies of the films for educational and promotional purposes related to the school.
Q: What is the class schedule like?
A: Students select one of three sessions to attend for the year. These sessions are Mornings (9am-1pm), Afternoons (2pm-6pm) or Evenings (6:30pm-10:30pm). Classes are held three days per week, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in the first, third and fifth semesters. And four days a week in the second semester (Monday thru Thursdays).
Q: What funding options do you have?
A: MPI offers in house payment plans up to 24 months for in state students, up to 12 months for out of state and up to 4 months for international students. Students must fill out a payment plan application to apply for approval. We also accept every major credit card. We DO NOT take Pell grants, Stafford loans, FSFA or Title IV funding.
Q: Do graduates have access to school equipment?
A: YES! Graduates who have earned their certificate and are in good standing with the school can access equipment for graduate projects. Projects must be directed by MPI grads or must be for a cinematographer's reel if not. There is a $25.00 per project fee with a limitation of up to five shooting days per project and up to three reshoot days for an additional $25.00. For more information contact MPI offices.
Q: How hard is it to get in the program?
A: MPI receives more applications each year than there are available seats. Acceptance into the program is competitive. MPI reviews each application and supporting material carefully. The film industry is a demanding field. MPI evaluates applicants for creativity, entrepreneurship, social networking skills, commitment and passion. MPI administrators look closely at the writing samples for grammar, mechanics, and at the supporting materials for imagination.
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