In the vast international arena of film and television production, creative opportunities abound for students who combine artistry and creativity with a solid education in film theory, criticism, and production techniques. A degree in Cinema can be the foundation for a future career as a filmmaker, location manager, editor, camera assistant, writer, producer, casting agent, researcher, or educator.

The Cinema is a Bachelor degree offered by The University of Iowa at its main campus in Iowa City , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from May 15, 2027.
About Bachelor of Cinema
Disciplines
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Cinema at The University of Iowa
Entry Requirements
Name of final diploma/certificate:
Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate)
Minimum average overall grade requirement on core academic subjects such as mathematics, science, language, and social science courses (grade is comparable to U.S. grade of a B or 3.0 GPA):
70/100%
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 80
Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Cinema
Iowa graduates have a 95 percent job/grad school placement rate within six months of graduation. Our Pomerantz Career Center offers multiple resources to help students find internships and jobs.
Because the film and television industries include a wide array of jobs, the Cinema degree is not a direct track to a specific career, but it does provide a solid foundation for entry into these fields.
Iowa graduates have found work on sets in Hollywood and New York as location managers, editors, camera assistants, writers, producer's assistants, location managers, and casting agents. Our graduates also have found work in San Francisco, Chicago, Milwaukee, Seattle and countless other cities, with jobs in distribution, programming, documentary research, education, and related fields.
Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Cinema at The University of Iowa
How to Apply for Bachelor of Cinema at The University of Iowa
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Submit your application.
You can apply through the University of Iowa application or the Common Application (fall session only). We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning October 1 (International Application deadlines vary depending on your area of study).
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Pay the application fee.
The $80 application fee is non-refundable. No application fee waivers are available unless you will be graduating from a high school inside the U.S.
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Upload your academic records.
Within your Admissions Profile in MyUI, upload copies of all required official transcripts from every secondary school (high school), college, university, technical/vocational institute, or professional institution you have attended.
Examine the Country Specific Admissions Requirement List to learn more about the required credentials and minimum academic standards needed for Admissions. Iowa offers college credit for a variety of exams. -
Meet our English Proficiency Requirement.
See details of our English Proficiency Requirements. If applicable, have the testing agency send us your TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score.
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Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.
Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.
ACT or SAT is required if:- You plan to use ACT/SAT to meet the English Proficiency Requirement
- You plan to apply for scholarships (some awards require an ACT or SAT score)

United States of America, Iowa City