Petitioning Process

The TFM major is impacted, which means there are far more students wishing to declare the major than we have rooms, equipment, or teachers to accommodate. So in order to be considered for the major, students need to submit a petition portfolio which must include the following requirements:

-Complete with a grade of B or better: Theatre 100 and TFM 160
-Complete a personal statement
-Submit two letters of recommendation
-Complete a minimum of 15 transferable units
-Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher
-Submit samples of visual creative work
-Submit a treatment for the visual telling of a short story
-Submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges attended

Your Petition Portfolio

Make sure the Petition Cover Page is completed and is the first item in your portfolio. Place all materials in a binder or portfolio. Be creative, be precise, be personal, and be specific about your focus and career goals. Students can petition for the TFM major twice.

Helpful Hints

Please make sure to read the following:

-TFM Selection Process
-Frequently Asked Questions for Getting into the Major

They provide valuable information and will answer many of your questions.

Don't forget to complete the Petition Cover Page!

Submitting Your Petition Portfolio

Hand deliver or mail your portfolio to the School of Theatre, Television, and Film.

Send to:
TFM Petitioning Committee
School of Theatre, Television, and Film
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-7601

Hand deliver to:
Television and Film Office: LT 171B
Theatre Office: DA 204

Deadlines:

Spring Entrance: Second Monday in October, 4pm
Fall Entrance: Second Monday in April, 4pm

Late or imcomplete portfolios will not be reviewed nor will they count as a petitioning attempt.