2026 Kenyon L.A. Application

Kenyon L.A. is a selective two-week pilot program bringing Kenyon College students to Los Angeles for immersive academic study and hands-on career exploration in film, media, and related fields. Designed for rising juniors and seniors, this program combines a screenwriting intensive led by Jon Tazewell with professional experiences ranging from job shadows and site visits to panel discussions and networking events with professionals in the entertainment industry and related or intersecting fields. Students will come away from this program with a refined creative project, stronger professional skills, and a clearer understanding of potential career paths.

Dates

May 31-June 14, 2026

Eligibility

Open to all current sophomores and juniors; priority may be given to students with a demonstrated interest in film, media, and related fields. The deadline to apply is March 20, 2026.

Program Fee

$4,000, which covers all program expenses including housing, meals, and events. Airfare is not included. Financial aid is available.

Contact

If you have any questions, please email Tory Weber, Director of Experiential Programming, at webert@kenyon.edu.

* denotes a required field.

Kenyon ID*
include "S"

First Name*

Preferred Name*

Last Name*

Kenyon Email*

Graduation Year*

Reminder, only current sophomores and juniors are eligible to apply.

Please select your major(s), minor(s), and concentration(s) below. If you have not declared your major, please select "Undeclared."

Major 1*

Major 2

Minor 1

Minor 2

Concentration 1

Concentration 2

Statement of Purpose*

In 500 words or less, please share why you want to participate in Kenyon L.A., why you are a strong candidate for this program, and how this experience will contribute to your goals.

Please upload a one-page resume detailing any internships, jobs, coursework, and other experience relevant to film, media, or related fields.*

Financial Aid Request

The Kenyon LA program fee is $4,000, which covers all program expenses including housing, meals, and events. Airfare is not included. Financial aid is available.

Kenyon is committed to making this program accessible to all eligible students, regardless of ability to pay. Requests for financial assistance do not affect admissions decisions. Financial aid is not guaranteed

If admitted, will you require financial assistance in order to participate in Kenyon LA?*

No. I will pay the full program fee.

Yes. I will require financial assistance in order to participate.

Financial Aid Statement (Optional)

Financial aid decisions will primarily be based on your financial aid status at Kenyon, but may also take into consideration any extenuating circumstances or additional information provided as part of the application.

If you would like to share any additional information for the selection committee to review as part of your financial aid request, please do so here.