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24 July 2026
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Film and Television Summer Institute – Sports Media
UCLA’s sports media program combines sports broadcasting study with live production experience, industry networking, and a research-paper alternative.
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Sports Media at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
College students and recent graduates
Age range / Year group
Ages 18+
Location / Region
UCLA, Los Angeles, United States
Cost
$4,365; $5,237; $5,397
Duration
6 weeks
Format
In-person
Latest deadline
24 July 2026 · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
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Accommodation: Optional Olympic Hall triple rooms
Meals: 14 weekly meals with optional housing
Campus experience: Game and behind-the-scenes team tour
Academic outcome: 8 quarter units of UC credit
Faculty: David Goffin; Jessica Rae
Internship commitments: Nights, weekends, and all assigned events
Sports Media summary
The institute connects sports broadcasting history and industry analysis with the practical work behind live sports coverage.
Students combine coursework and an internship seminar with a production internship or research paper, plus a game and behind-the-scenes sports-team tour.
It suits learners who want to understand both the creative decisions and professional responsibilities involved in sports entertainment.
What is Film and Television Summer Institute – Sports Media?
The Film and Television Summer Institute – Sports Media is UCLA’s on-campus introduction to the sports entertainment industry. It combines study of broadcasting history and contemporary sports media with an internship seminar and a production-based internship or research-paper alternative.
Students learn how professional sports coverage is produced through coursework, industry guest speakers, and a game and behind-the-scenes team tour. Eligible internship participants support live broadcast teams, while networking events connect participants with students and alumni.
Why Succeed highlights Sports Media
The UCLA Athletics partnership gives eligible participants experience supporting real Big Ten Network sports coverage.
Broadcasting history and industry analysis help students connect practical production work with wider media questions.
The internship coordinator supports resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation alongside the placement process.
A game and behind-the-scenes team tour make professional production decisions easier to understand.
Named instructors bring experience with the LA Clippers, Los Angeles Dodgers, and live sports production.
Who is Sports Media for?
Best for
Learners who want to connect sports entertainment study with practical broadcast responsibilities and industry relationships.
Not ideal if
You need a predictable daytime-only experience or want a film-making course centered on creating your own movie.
Is Sports Media worth it?
The strongest reason to choose this institute is the connection between classroom study and real sports production. For someone testing a career in broadcasting or live entertainment, supporting a working broadcast team can reveal responsibilities that lectures alone cannot show.
The experience depends on which curriculum route you take, so the internship and research-paper options should be weighed separately. Internship participants must accommodate night and weekend assignments, and credit transfer requires approval from their home institution.
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Cost and what is included
$4,365; $5,237; $5,397; includes Unit fees for the program's UCLA coursework., Sports media classes and internship seminar., Internship coordinator support with cover letters, resumes, and interviews., A game and behind-the-scenes LA sports-team tour., Closing ceremony and student-alumni networking mixer..
Accommodation
Optional Olympic Hall triple rooms
Meals
14 weekly meals with optional housing
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
6 weeks; UCLA, Los Angeles, United States.
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Effort level
High, particularly for the internship route.
Best started
Begin six to eight weeks before the next announced internship cutoff to prepare statements, interview materials, and housing plans.
Main challenge
Managing coursework alongside night and weekend production commitments.
Typical preparation
Draft a concise explanation of your qualifications for a film or television internship.
Choose a specific work-ethic example and explain its context, your actions, and the result.
Prepare a resume and cover letter, then practice discussing your experience.
Confirm credit-transfer expectations and plan reliable travel to campus and assigned events.
Useful if
You want to test your interest in professional sports broadcasting.
What do students do on Sports Media?
You study how sports and entertainment intersect, then connect that learning with production work or research. The experience also includes industry exposure through a sports-team visit and student-alumni networking.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Study sports broadcasting history and the contemporary sports entertainment industry.
- 2
Join the internship seminar for mentorship and industry guest speakers.
- 3
Work with the coordinator on internship preparation and placement interviews when taking the internship route.
- 4
Support assigned sports broadcasts or complete the research-paper alternative.
- 5
Attend a game and a behind-the-scenes tour of an LA-based sports team.
- 6
Participate in the closing ceremony and student-alumni networking mixer.
Sports Media dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Programme dates
3 August-11 September 2026
Registration opens
18 February 2026
Latest verified cycle.
Enrollment completion
31 July 2026
12 pm Pacific Time; enrollment follows admission.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Application deadline | 24 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Programme dates | 3 August-11 September 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Registration opens | 18 February 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Enrollment completion | 31 July 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Age 18 or older by 22 June 2026.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Undergraduates: rising juniors, rising seniors, or Spring 2026 graduates.
Graduate students: enrolled at a U.S. institution in Spring 2026.
Recent undergraduate or graduate alumni: graduated within the last two years.
Beginning and intermediate applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged.
International students complete a research paper instead of internships.
How much does Sports Media cost?
Program fee
$4,365; $5,237; $5,397 — Includes the unit fees for program coursework.
Funding or discounts
- Optional six-week housing: $2,869.20 — Per person: triple room and 14 meals per week.
- Financial aid: Eligible UCLA and UC students — Apply through UCLA or your home UC campus, as applicable.
What's included
Unit fees for the program's UCLA coursework., Sports media classes and internship seminar., Internship coordinator support with cover letters, resumes, and interviews., A game and behind-the-scenes LA sports-team tour., Closing ceremony and student-alumni networking mixer.
How to apply to Sports Media
- 1
Review the college-stage requirements and prepare all required application uploads.
- 2
Use the official institute registration form and select the College/Professional Sports Media track.
- 3
Submit a personal statement of up to 200 words explaining your internship qualifications.
- 4
Submit a work-ethic example of up to 300 words covering context, actions, and results.
- 5
Follow the admission email instructions for payment, the waiver, and the participant agreement.
- 6
For the internship route, work with the coordinator and complete the required placement application and interview.
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What does Sports Media cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
FTV 188A: Sports and entertainment
Study the intersection of sports and entertainment in this four-unit course.
FTV 194: Internship seminar
Receive internship mentorship and learn from industry guest speakers in this two-unit seminar.
FTV 195: Production internships
Apply learning to sporting-event production and media coverage through the two-unit internship course.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Sports Media?
A typical day during the program.
Campus attendance
Participants travel to the UCLA campus for scheduled program commitments.
Athletics internship
Internship participants must attend every assigned game and event.
Who teaches on Sports Media?
UCLA Department of Film, Television and Digital Media faculty teach the institute. David Goffin brings LA Clippers and sports-production experience to FTV 188A, while Los Angeles Dodgers producer Jessica Rae teaches the FTV 194 internship seminar.
The internship coordinator also supports cover letters, resumes, interview preparation, and the internship search.
Where do students stay on Sports Media?
Residential plan
- Optional campus housing: Students apply independently to UCLA Housing for Olympic Hall Deluxe Triple rooms.
- Housing meal plan: The optional housing contract includes a required plan providing 14 meals per week.
- Residence-hall security: Campus residence halls have a 24-hour front desk, surveillance cameras, and key-access entry.
- Campus access: University housing is within walking distance of classrooms, libraries, and recreational facilities.
Non-residential plan
- Commuter attendance: The program requires participants to travel to campus each program day.
Housing is independently contracted and charged separately; at-large housing contracts do not include Summer Sessions supervision.
What happens after Sports Media?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Earn 8 quarter units of UC credit through successful completion.
Receive course grades on an official UCLA transcript.
Complete a production internship or research paper.
Build industry relationships through placement work and networking events.
Potentially continue UCLA Athletics internship work during the following academic year.
Credit transfer depends on the receiving institution, and internship continuation is a possibility rather than a guarantee.
Where does Sports Media take place?
The program takes place on UCLA’s campus in Los Angeles, with enrolled students receiving classroom details closer to the start. The experience also includes a game and behind-the-scenes tour of an LA-based sports team.
Students organize their own travel to campus; UCLA does not provide airport transportation.
Sports Media FAQs
Yes. The program is intended for beginning and intermediate levels, and applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged.
Students study the intersection of sports and entertainment, broadcasting history, and the contemporary industry. The curriculum includes sports media coursework, an internship seminar, and an internship or research-paper alternative.
The curriculum carries 8 quarter units of UC credit. Successful coursework is recorded on an official UCLA transcript.
International students are not eligible for internships because of visa restrictions. They may complete a research paper instead.
The Summer Institute Internship Coordinator helps students prepare resumes, cover letters, and interview techniques. Students pursuing outside internships remain responsible for securing their own placement.
No. UCLA Athletics placements involve night and weekend commitments, and participants must attend every assigned game and event.
The program does not provide bundled housing. Eligible students may independently book UCLA Housing, which is charged separately and includes a required meal plan.
That depends on your home institution and degree requirements. Consult your academic counselor before enrolling to confirm transfer credit or major, minor, and graduation requirements.
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