international direct admission to louisiana state university (lsu) is available for international students with advanced english-language skills. the program focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth to help students excel in school and prepare for a successful future.

as international direct students at lsu, they will receive:

the program for the study of film and media arts (fma) at lsu integrates the study of film and media arts history, theory, and practice. since 1995, fma has aimed to combine curricula from various disciplines in theories, histories, and practices. with diverse curricula, faculty, and students, the program is entering its 23rd year of providing a comprehensive approach to film and media arts studies. fma offers a range of subjects, including cinema history, national and international cinemas, film genres, film and media theory, video art, screenwriting, media in popular culture, visual communication rhetoric and aesthetics, and digital video production.

by merging filmmaking practice with scholarly study of its history, aesthetics, and culture, fma has led in developing curricula and facilities to enhance visual and media literacy. students are prepared to become leaders in the film and media arts industries, which are specifically targeted for economic, social, and cultural development in the state. the program aligns with lsu’s mission as a research intensive institution, providing education that emphasizes a holistic undergraduate experience to teach the unique aspects and demands of this complex art form and industry.