Full Sail Stories

Variety highlighted Full Sail University in its latest Education Impact Report. The 2025 report, which spotlights established schools and rising stars in the sector, recognized Full Sail’s Film & Television programs alongside national and international universities, including Columbia University, Vancouver Film School, Syracuse University, Emerson College, and more.

With Full Sail’s real-world approach to education and the university’s industry-standard facilities, students can get a world-class film education on its Florida campus. “At Full Sail, we foster a unique educational environment where creativity meets cutting-edge technology,” shares Film Production MFA Program Director Anne Russell. “Our emphasis on hands-on experience ensures that students don’t just learn theory—they engage in real-world projects that prepare them for the industry's ever-evolving landscape.”

The 2025 feature highlights schools “providing eager students with the knowledge and experience to create stories and get jobs in the entertainment business.”

In 2021, Full Sail’s Film program and instructor Carl Verna were also recognized by Variety in that year’s "Entertainment Impact Report: Top 50 Film Schools and Instructors From Around the World".

“Full Sail’s film offerings are meticulously crafted to reflect the rapidly changing landscape of the entertainment industry,” adds Anne. “From the very first day, students are immersed in practical filmmaking experiences that challenge them to think critically and creatively…They leave us not just as filmmakers, but as innovative storytellers ready to shape the future of entertainment.”