Qualified graduate students may enroll for one semester of study at Emerson Los Angeles (ELA). ELA is a residential, experiential learning program with internship opportunities and coursework during the fall and spring terms. All graduate students who wish to participate in an internship in the Los Angeles area must be enrolled in Emerson Los Angeles.
The internship course may be taken for 4 or 8 credits, depending on program requirements, and requires completion of both academic assignments and a specific number of hours at the internship site. ELA offers a broad range of internship opportunities at more than 1,000 internship sites in a wide variety of fields, including film, television, radio, new media, music, management, publicity, marketing, and public relations. Student interns learn through experience and integrate theory and practice in a structured atmosphere designed to facilitate the goals of self-knowledge, personal growth, and career development. Interning with industry professionals such as film and television producers, studio executives, film editors, casting directors, talent managers, camera technicians, publicity directors, and others provides students with a rich understanding of the industry beyond the classroom.
Courses are taught by visiting Faculty Fellows and ELA faculty who, as well as holding academic credentials, are industry-active professionals, including producers, directors, screenwriters, advertising and public relations executives, actors, entertainment marketing professionals, and more. Course offerings vary from semester to semester. Student housing is located in the on-site residence hall that houses approximately 200 students in student suites. Graduate students may live off campus if they prefer.
To study at ELA, graduate students must meet requirements determined by their individual graduate programs. Students must consult with their graduate program director prior to submitting an application to ensure that degree requirements will be met. Students may attend for one semester only. Admission is not guaranteed. Applications must be submitted approximately one year in advance of attendance. The online application process begins on September 1, and the application deadline for the following academic year is December 15 (for Fall 2023 and Spring 2024). Costs are comparable to a semester at the Boston campus (not including transportation and travel expenses). Participants in Emerson Los Angeles are fully registered at the College and eligible for financial assistance. Students must be registered for full-time study (i.e., 8 to 12 credits). More information may be found online at emerson.edu/ela. The Education Abroad and Domestic Programs Office is located at 120 Boylston Street, 10th Floor, and can be reached by phone at 617-824-8567 or by email at la@emerson.edu.
Utilize the summer or winter to explore a different country, earn course credits, gain a global perspective, and apply your classroom learning to a real-world context. Led by faculty from multiple departments and exploring topics such as screenwriting, public diplomacy, theater, art history, travel writing, film production, comedic studies, and sustainability, graduate students may participate in specially selected Global Pathways programs each year, subject to department approval.
Program operations, dates, locations, and courses are subject to change, but all Global Pathways aim to incorporate cultural experiences that enhance your education and engage your curiosity. The portfolio of Global Pathways Programs continues to grow and evolve. More information may be found online at emerson.edu/departments/education-abroad-domestic-programs/global-pathways-programs. The Education Abroad and Domestic Programs Office is located at 120 Boylston Street, 10th Floor, and can be reached by phone at 617-824-8567 or by email at abroad@emerson.edu.
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