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Creating Leaders
& Innovators

Excelling at innovation, inclusivity, and artistic and scholarly excellence in the dramatic and cinematic arts.

An academic, interdisciplinary and hands-on approach.

The comprehensive arts curriculum at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television gives motivated students the means to challenge the constructs around them as multifaceted artists and scholars, filled with the knowledge, insight and point of view to create meaningful experiences pointing toward a better world.

A Rich History

The roots of TFT reach back more than 80 years to 1941 when the study of drama first appeared on the UCLA campus as English department classes.

An Elite Alumni Family

Our graduates are regulars on the awards circuit as nominees and winners of Oscars, Emmys, Golden Globes, Tonys, and Grammys, among many other accolades.

Innovative Minds

Our students are coming up with new and inventive ways to tell stories, transcend borders and create change.

From Interim Dean Chon Noriega

As part of the #1 public university in the nation, the School of Theater, Film and Television is a place where bold ideas take center stage and groundbreaking stories are brought to life. Whether you dream of commanding the spotlight, shaping the screen, or redefining the future of storytelling, our school provides the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to turn your vision into reality.

At TFT, innovation knows no bounds. Our students thrive in a dynamic environment filled with hands-on experiences — from building immersive theater sets and directing compelling films to developing cutting-edge digital content. Here, you’ll collaborate with peers, faculty, and industry leaders who challenge and inspire you to push the limits of your craft.

Our graduates have gone on to change their community, one story at a time. They are directors, actors, writers, designers, and innovators — trailblazers who lead with creativity and purpose. As a TFT student, you join a network of visionaries transforming the arts and shaping culture.

TFT isn’t just a school; it’s a launchpad for your dreams and a community that believes in the power of the arts to inspire, connect, and make an impact.

Key Stats

594

TFT students

62

First-generation undergraduates

1:3

Faculty-to-student ratio

17

Areas of focus

World-Class Faculty

Shelleen Greene
Vice Chair and Area Head, Undergraduate Studies; Associate Professor
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Brian Kite
Professor, Department of Theater UCLA Dean and Vice Provost of Graduate Education
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Executive Board

The Executive Board advises the Dean and participates in shaping the future of UCLA TFT. Comprised of entertainment industry and community leaders, the Board partners with the school to implement curricular initiatives, enhance financial support and raise UCLA TFT’s public profile.

A Welcoming & Helpful 

Administrative Staff

Our administrative staff is the backbone of TFT. They work behind the scenes every day providing invaluable support to our school. They are always happy to answer a question or point you in the right direction.