Students are admitted for the fall semester only.
Application deadline for fall '08: March 15.

The New School Graduate Certificate in Documentary Media Studies encourages applications from aspiring documentarians, however diverse their academic backgrounds and life experiences. A background in video and/or filmmaking is not required to apply.  You must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Applications are reviewed by an admissions committee consisting of the director of the Documentary Media Studies Certificate and members of the faculty. Letters of recommendation, academic transcripts, your Statement of Purpose and your portfolio are all carefully evaluated.

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Documentary Studies Admission Counseling Staff

David M. Norris, Director of Admission, norrisdm@newschool.edu
Kenneth L. Cutts, Assistant Director, cuttsk@newschool.edu

Contact Us

The New School
Office of Admission
66 West 12th Street, Room 401
New York, NY 10011
phone: 212.229.5630 or 800.862.5039
fax: 212.989.5630
email: nsadmissions@newschool.edu