Top colleges for a film career?

I'm planning on studying film in college and want to know which schools have the best programs for this. Any recommendations for colleges with great film departments, resources, or alumni connections in the film industry?

There are several colleges renowned for their film programs that consistently graduate students who go on to have successful careers in the film industry.

First up is the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts (USC SCA). It is often ranked as one of the top film schools in the world and is known for its rigorous film production programs. USC alums include directors like George Lucas and Judd Apatow, just to name a few. The school is located in Los Angeles, a major hub for the film industry, which allows students to engage in internships and other opportunities in the industry while they're still in school.

The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) also has a strong film program through their School of Theater, Film and Television. Similar to USC, UCLA places its students in the midst of the LA film community providing excellent networking and internship opportunities. Alumni include filmmakers like Alexander Payne and Rob Reiner.

New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts offers programs in film and television and is based in New York City which grants students further opportunities for internships and networking. Alums include directors like Martin Scorsese and Spike Lee.

On the other side of the country, you have prestigious private schools like Wesleyan University in Connecticut. Though smaller than these other programs, it has a robust film studies department and a track record of alumni who have found success in the industry, like Joss Whedon.

Finally, public institutions like the University of Texas at Austin's Radio-Television-Film department also offer solid programs that combine theory, industry training, and practical skills.

One point to note, study the curriculum of these schools, the kind of training they provide (hands-on, theoretical, a mix, etc.), the opportunities for internships, and the success of their alumni to identify the program that suits your film career goals best.