New York Film Academy (NYFA) is a private for-profit institution founded in 1992 by producer Jerry Sherlock and headquartered in Burbank, California, with a flagship campus in New York City. NYFA is one of the largest and most internationally recognized film and performing arts schools in the United States, offering intensive hands-on training in filmmaking, acting, screenwriting, cinematography, photography, game design, animation, and documentary filmmaking. The Burbank campus is situated in the heart of the entertainment industry, steps away from major studios including Warner Bros. and Disney, and provides students with unparalleled access to working professionals and production facilities. NYFA attracts students from over 160 countries, with international students making up more than half of the total enrollment — a ratio that reflects the global appeal of its practical, studio-style curriculum. Programs range from short-term workshops and summer intensives to one-year conservatories and full bachelor's and master's degree programs. The academy's philosophy centers on immersive, project-based learning from day one, producing graduates who have directed, shot, and edited real films before completing their degrees. Alumni have gone on to work at major networks, streaming services, and production companies worldwide. NYFA also operates campuses in New York City, Miami Beach, Florence (Italy), and maintains partnerships with studios globally. For students committed to careers in the visual storytelling and performing arts industries, NYFA offers a distinctive training environment unlike traditional liberal arts film programs.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$37122
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $36,920
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
