Experience the internationally acclaimed Sundance Film Festival, where you can enjoy new films and kickstart your film industry journey!
The Sundance Film Festival is one of the most prestigious independent film festivals in the world, held annually in Park City, Utah*. This unique opportunity allows Cornell students to immerse themselves in the world of contemporary independent cinema and simultaneously learn more about the film industry.
This 1-credit, seven-day program represents a valuable opportunity for students interested in film, media, and the entertainment industry to gain firsthand festival experience and industry exposure.
Ready to take the next step? Join us at one of our upcoming info sessions!
Submit your application for the Sundance course in Spring 2026.
Read Sundance 2026 Travel Course Information Packet
Program Details:
- Open to all Cornell students under 26 years of age
- Information sessions are held during the fall semester. Students learn about application process, program costs, and what to expect at the festival.
- Led by PMA Associate Professor Kristen Warner
What Students Can Expect:
- Exclusive access to film premieres.
- Networking opportunities with filmmakers, producers, and industry professionals as well as other students interested in collaborating.
- Developing a greater understanding of the independent film market and distribution.
- The potential for making career connections in the film industry!
Student Experience:
- Read about previous participants' experiences through the article Cornell students explore opportunities in film at Sundance.
- Watch as PMA students share their incredible journey at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival - from exclusive screenings to networking with industry professionals.
Fall 2025 Info Sessions Schedule
- Monday, 9/8 at 5 pm
- Tuesday, 9/9 at 5 pm
- Wednesday, 9/10 at 5 pm
- Friday, 9/12 at 2 pm
- Monday, 9/15 at 5 pm
- Tuesday, 9/16 at 5 pm - CANCELLED
- Wednesday, 9/17 at 5 pm
- Thursday, 9/18 at 2:30 pm and 5 pm
- Friday, 9/19 at 2 pm
- Monday, 9/22 at 5 pm
- Tuesday, 9/23 at 11:30 am and 5 pm
- Monday, 9/29 at 5 pm
- Tuesday, 9/30 at 5 pm
* The Sundance Film Festival will take place in Park City, Utah, for the final time in January 2026. The festival will permanently move to Boulder, CO, in 2027.