What do students say about their experience?
“The David Lynch MFA in Screenwriting has been a profound addition to my life. Not only am I receiving a superior education in the craft of screenwriting, but through Transcendental Meditation I now have unlimited access to my creativity in a deeper way. Writer’s block is a thing of the past and what I now write comes from a more authentic place. In this program, I have grown not only as an artist but as a person.” —Michael, Los Angeles, California
“I am thrilled with my choice to enroll in this program as it incorporates Transcendental Meditation into the creative process. Developing a meditation practice is integrated into the curriculum and I have been surprised and delighted by how much TM has enhanced my creativity. The instruction is top-notch with every instructor bringing professional credentials and experience to our classes. The combination of intensive residencies with online classes is the perfect mix of hands-on and remote learning.” —Marcia
“DLMFA was so unique in its holistic education of both the mind and the soul. I feel so much more connected to who I am as a writer and my creative purpose. I’m grateful for the heart of the program and its inspiration to connect students to their creativity through consciousness.” —Nicole
“I applied to this program not quite knowing what to expect. As soon as I met my fellow students, I found we were all passionate about storytelling, eager to hone our creativity and expand our consciousness through the addition of TM. The low-residency aspect has allowed me to seamlessly integrate the program into my normal life. It has helped me as a writer, and as a human being.” —Cale
“You all curated such an AWESOME cohort. I joined MIU wanting to meet the types of people who would be attracted to a program like this and to learn from introspective teachers who were consciously aware of themselves and the world. It is everything I could have hoped for and more.” —Rivers
“The David Lynch MFA in Screenwriting has broken away from the competitive, monotonous, and out-dated nature of many other schools, programs, classes, workshops, etc. They are determined to bring passion and art back into screenwriting while focusing on what makes your personal voice truly special. Until now, I’ve never found a group so supportive in even my craziest idea, and never once have they asked the dreaded question of ‘Did you think about how you’re going to market this?’” —Craig
“My time at MIU was pivotal – a truly life changing involvement. I have spent the last 30 years within educational institutions and my experience at MIU was the most enriching, inspiring and gratefully challenging time as both a student and an educator. I have never been a learner in such a nourishing, student centered environment and I’m so grateful to have received that.” —Megan
“I have earned my living as a writer for over 30 years but rarely has my craft been as tested or improved as with the Screenwriting MFA Program at the David Lynch School of Cinematic Arts. I signed up to take myself back to the beginning, where my work had enthusiasm, integrity, and had not been dulled by the rigors of a tough business. To my surprise, the system of ‘meditate and create’ actually stripped away decades of tarnish and helped me reinvest in what makes writing magical. If you want to ‘catch that big fish’ or simply uncover important writing for yourself, grab a ticket to Fairfield, Iowa and apply to the David Lynch MFA in Screenwriting.” —Trevor
“DLMFA is my Academy Award. They put me on the stage and gave me everything I needed to rekindle my dreams of becoming a screenwriter. They have the expertise and showed me a clear path to where writing is valued and rewarded. Thank you for changing my life.” —Shawn
Students will meet industry notables throughout the two-year degree path, during which they will hone the skills they need not just to write but to market their thesis screenplays to agents, producers, and studio executives.
Adriene Crimson is this program’s admissions counselor for US students. Adriene will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with the program director or faculty.
