THE 2022 STUDENT PROGRAM IS FULL. APPLICATIONS FOR 2023 WILL BE OPEN SOON. CONTACT US AT STUDENTPROGRAMS@AMPAV.COM WITH ANY QUESTIONS.
Click Apply to register an account and start an application for one of the following American Pavilion Student Programs at the Cannes Film Festival:
Cannes Film & Business Program
Cannes Hospitality & Event Management Program
Cannes Alumni Program
Early Decision Deadline: December 10, 2021
Early Decision Program Fee: $3,950
General Admission Deadline: February 4, 2022
General Admission Program Fee: $4,250
Program Dates: May 15–29, 2022
Application Requirements
1. Completed online application form with essay questions
2. Current résumé
3. Unofficial college (or high school) transcript - If you have not yet received grades from your college, please include your high school transcript (or previous school transcript) along with a list of your current classes.
4. Photo for Festival credentials - Photo should be ID-style, of face only, with a light background and no headwear or other items/people in the photo. Format: jpeg; minimum size: 300x420 pixels; maximum file size: 1 mb. File must be titled as applicant’s full name (e.g., Doe_John.jpg).
5. Non-refundable application fee of $55
*AmPav Alumni Program applicants are not required to resubmit their résumé or transcript, but can submit updated materials if they choose to.
Completed applications are reviewed by The American Pavilion Selection Committee on a rolling basis. Candidates who meet all of the requirements for admission will be contacted for an interview and notified of a decision on a first come, first served basis. All completed applications received by December 10, 2021 will be considered Early Decision. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as the program can fill up quickly.
Conditions of Acceptance
If accepted into the program, applicant has four days to confirm participation in the program. Failure to confirm acceptance may result in losing your place in the program.
If accepted Early Decision, a non-refundable payment of $2,000 is due within two weeks of acceptance to hold your place in the program. The non-refundable balance of $1,950 is due 4 weeks later.
If accepted General Admission, a non-refundable payment of $4,250 is due within two weeks of acceptance.
Failure to comply with the above stated conditions may result in forfeiting your place in the program.
Adherence to all COVID-19 safety protocols will be required. Depending upon conditions at the time of travel, this could include proof of vaccination, masking, and/or frequent testing. We will keep participants updated regarding policies and safety measures put forth by the French State Department and the Festival organization.
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