California State University - Long Beach

Cinematic Arts (BA)

California State University - Long Beach

Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $27,313

This cost is an approximate conversion from U.S. dollars (USD) to Canadian dollars (CAD).



Careers:InfluencerCinematographersFilm, Television and Radio Producers

Description:

Our department offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Cinematic Arts. The B.A. degree in Cinematic Arts is the combination of the former B.A. options in Narrative Production and Theory & Practice.  

Along with this change, our new curriculum will begin Fall 2024 and will no longer require a portfolio submission. 

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*73
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Admissions Requirements:

    Minimum GPA for all majors: 3.0, or a "B" grade according to the CSULB GPA scale.


    All first-year student applicants must:

    • File a CSULB application through Cal State Apply by the deadline
    • Have earned a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA or "B'" grade according to the CSULB GPA scale.
    • Fulfill CSULB's English Language Requirement
    • Have completed at least 1 year of high school mathematics. Applicants to STEM majors must have at least 3 years of high school mathematics.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or DuoLingo or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
    Additional Admission Requirements:

      First-year students interested in Cinematic Arts (CINE) are admitted as "Pre-Cinematic Arts."  


      During their first few semesters at CSULB, students should complete lower-division general education requirements as well as the lower-division CINE courses. Continuation in the major is subject to meeting specific lower-division course and GPA requirements at CSULB that indicate the student's ability to succeed and complete the major.

      * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

      Modified on September 14, 2026