Professor Cantarella’s research interests include production design, set design, design thinking, design ethnography, and anthropology.
Film and Screen Studies, BA
Pace University’s BA in film and screen studies uniquely blends critical film analysis with hands-on production experience, giving students a strong foundation in both theory and practice. Located in the heart of New York City, students have access to top-tier internships with companies like BBC America, Tribeca Film Festival, and Comedy Central. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers in film, television, digital media, and beyond, or for further studies in critical film theory and production.
Location
New York City
Number of Credits
120
Start Date
Fall, Spring
F1 Visa Eligible
Yes
STEM Designated Program
No
Build Your Future in Film: From Script to Screen
At Pace University, film and screen studies students don’t just learn about cinema—they create it. With access to industry-standard 16mm film and HD video equipment, lighting setups, and studio spaces, you’ll gain firsthand experience in storytelling, cinematography, editing, and production design. This hands-on approach ensures that by the time you graduate, you’ll have both the technical expertise and the creative vision to bring your ideas to life.
Beyond the classroom, the program’s interdisciplinary structure allows you to explore film through multiple lenses, from history and sociology to art and modern languages. Whether you’re interested in screenwriting, television production, or film criticism, you’ll have the flexibility to tailor your studies to your passions. Through courses like Writing for Television and Film and Revolution: World Cinemas, you’ll develop a broad understanding of cinema’s role in shaping culture and society.
Studying in New York City—one of the world’s leading media hubs—means you’re surrounded by opportunities to connect with industry professionals and gain real-world experience. By the time you graduate, you’ll have built a portfolio, professional connections, and the confidence to launch a successful career in the world of film and media.
Curriculum
The BA in Film and Screen Studies surveys the analysis of film, its history, and the way it has impacted our world through a unique approach. The program consists of 12 credits of required courses devoted to the analysis of film, the historical development of cinematic traditions and technology, and the artistic and social impact that cinema has had from the early 20th century to the present day.
The remaining elective credits required to complete your degree can be selected from an uncommonly broad range of production and critical studies courses offered by the film and screen studies department as well as other departments and programs, including anthropology, sociology, art, history, Latin American studies, modern languages, and biology. This multi-disciplinary methodology allows you to delve into a variety of approaches to film and tailor your course of study to suit your interests and career goals.
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Careers
With a BA in Film and Screen Studies, your well-rounded and rigorous education will prepare you to pursue a career in the diverse media industry, or continue with a graduate education in critical studies or film, television, or digital media production. Careers pursued by our graduates include on-set film production, television programming, public relations and marketing, television production, and screenwriting.
As a Pace student, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
- Film Critic
- Film Historian
- Media Researcher
- Screenwriter
- Film Archivist
- Script Analyst
Student Quote
Whether your interest lies in screenwriting, directing, editing, cinematography, film history, or film theory, there's a concentration for young aspiring filmmakers to gain appreciation and knowledge in an ever-changing career field
–Nicholas Kennedy ’20
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- BBC America
- Blank Digital
- Creative License
- Donna Daniels Public Relations
- Gigantic! TV
- Graduate Programs
- Museum of Natural History (Margaret Mead Film Festival)
- MY Tupelo Entertainment
- Lilyhammer (television production)
- Sharp Entertainment
- Vice Media
Featured Faculty
Professor Martinelli’s film experience includes working as a sound mixer, production coordinator, production manager, assistant director, associate and co-producer.
Professor Zimmer’s research interests include critical studies in film and other screen media, focusing particularly on the intersections of politics and popular culture.
Admission and Financial Aid
Ready to take charge of your future? Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- November 1: Early Decision
- November 15: Early Action I
- December 1: Early Action II
- February 15: Regular Decision
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Understanding the value of a degree is essential, especially in terms of return on investment (ROI). According to The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, Pace University is in the top 6% of U.S. colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment.
For the 2024–2025 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition is $51,382. However, many students pay significantly less due to our generous merit scholarships, which offer up to $33,000 annually, as well as need-based scholarships, grants, on-campus employment opportunities, and loans. Pace is more affordable than you think. Financial assistance can come from many places, including scholarships, grants, on-campus employment, and loans.
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Top 6%
Did You Know?
Pace is ranked in the top 6% nationally for return on investment (Source: The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce)
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admission
Phone: (212) 346-1323
Email: undergradadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Luke Cantarella, MFA
Professor and Chair
Phone: (212) 346-1885
Email: lcantarella@pace.edu