than... I got in directors program as well... congrat' brad, it is 2 of us there
so all of my questions became relevant...
Is there another israeli freshman this year?
Does someone has information on funda that are still open?
I kind of gave up on the Idea, O didn't believe I'd get in so... stop seeking through for a while

hey paul-

i am in houston. moved here from austin about a year ago for a job. austin is the best place in texas. are you familiar with LA? spending anytime at the greenbelt this summer? I may be heading up next weekend to do a little swimming, interested?

-leslie

I guess the dream is still alive. Angela called earlier in the week and wanted to know if I was still interested in a position (cine) as an alternate but she was hesitant to offer me any more information on the likeliness of actually being offered a position or not. It will be a very tough decision going forward since I have accepted admission at Chapman and have focused most of my attention into relocating to Orange in the upcoming months. Any advice? It will be difficult if not impossible not to accept the invite into AFI-I have had my goals set on this school for a number of years...
Donald

Donald,

Come to AFI if you get the chance. I spent a good amount of time at both school and I have to say that the culture of filmmakers at AFI seems more professional, artistically speaking. If you have any questions, direct them my way. It's easy to find a place to live in LA. I lived there for two years.

Hi there everybody...

I am now on the rush to find funds,
So I'd be realy greatful with any information...

I was given time till the end of the month before they pass my spot offer to someone else

Hey AFI folks.

Have any of you received your info packets yet? My roommate, an incoming editing fellow, hasn't gotten it yet and is growing concerned.

Thanks.

Months ago.

He/she should call. It was probably an oversight. It's got the reading and screening list in the info which is definitely important.

hi guys...

Anybody... any clue on funds still available?

Does the general silence means "this girl is on ilusions?"

Eliya,

I would say loans. Does Israel offer any kind of loan options?

Most fellows will be taking out federal student loans (u.s based) which are only available if you are a U.S. citizen.

Perhaps try a private loan in your home country?

Sorry to intrude, since I am an AFI rejectee, but finding a loan in your home country can actually be better than that of the United States.

I know of a few people from Europe who are taking loans out on the euro. And since the dollar is so weak right now, it plays to your favor. Especially considering how many thousands of dollars we are talking about.

Best,

Andy

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Originally posted by seventhshade:
He/she should call. It was probably an oversight. It's got the reading and screening list in the info which is definitely important.

Thanks for the quick response, SS. I apologize for the wording of my question, because I think it misled you.

I believe that reading screenings packet came some time ago, around the same time the biography instructions, etc, came via email.

I meant the financial aid one, listing loan eligibility, etc. I guess they promised it would go out the week of June 1st, and it's about that time to get the loan stuff lined up, so concern is growing...

Thanks again.

I know a few people who haven't received their financial aid award letter yet. They will be going out until the end of July.

The only reason that I have completed mine is because I personally went to AFI and picked it up (two weeks ago?), since I will be out of the country for the summer.

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hi
thank you all for responding to my too-late-panic-actions...
only thing - I am an US citizen as well so I am intitle of those favors, so if someone knows of any specific fund both US & foreigners - It will be great help, I'm already deep in the search, But i've missed on the biggest fund in israel - did bad on their test, which I was realy positive I will pass easily... again this hubris hanting me... someday I'll learn, but now -I am just working to get their anyway. does some one know - since I haven't received the acceptation package yet, what amount you should declare on when putting the 1000$ deposit? is it the full amount of 59750 a year they've specified on the first application form?
thanks again to you all...

Eliya

If you're a U.S. Citizen then AFI should provide you with an award letter that lists the types of loans you will be eligible for in the U.S.

You should just contact Lindsay at the financial aid office and speak with her. She is very nice and will assist you with all of this. You shouldn't be doing this all on your own. That's what the office is there for.

Hey everyone,

It's been a while since I've been on the forum. I'm glad to see the forum growing. I finally got my ticket for the states and I'm arriving on the 25th July. Couldn't make it earlier...

Hope the gathering on the 20th was nice. :-) Also Hoping to get to meet some of you before afi starts.

And BRAD, CONGRATS!!! Nice to hear that you made up your mind on AFI. Hope the rest of cannes went well for you.

All the best,

Zoé

whats up with AFI placing candidates they've rejected back into the running and on a waitlist? anyone have any insight/inside info?

Where did you hear that?

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Originally posted by filmgirl79:
whats up with AFI placing candidates they've rejected back into the running and on a waitlist? anyone have any insight/inside info?

Last year they did that, but admissions was a total mess with a lot of screwups...I know a couple kids that were rejected and admitted as late as mid-August with nothing more than an apology that "errors were made," I got the same offer after being rejected in June.

I'm surprised to hear they're doing it again.

I say run with it if that's the school where your dreams lie...it's not like there will be an asterisk on your diploma!

;-)

Hello Everyone,

I have not been on the forum (the old AFI Fellows - 2007) since fall semester. My name is Michael Pomphrey. I'm a Screenwriting Fellow going into the second year. I was the Screenwriting Rep for the 1st year. For those accepted into the Screenwriting discipline and wanting to more info on how things work let me know I would certainly be willing to answer your questions. As far as the other disciplines I can answer general questions or point you to the right person. Congratulations and welcome to the AFI.