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From Idea to Script in 11 Weeks

SCRIPT X 412.6

Complete the first draft of a feature film screenplay in 11 weeks in this course for experienced, motivated, and ambitious screenwriters.

Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
3.0
Current Formats
Online
Cost
Starting at $975.00

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About This Course

This intensive 11-week advanced course is for writers who are done talking about their screenplay and ready to write it. Genre doesn’t matter—drama, thriller, horror, comedy, or sci-fi—as long as you are committed to completing a first draft of a feature screenplay (90–110 pages) in 11 weeks. The course begins with two weeks of concept development and outlining, followed by eight weeks of disciplined drafting at a pace of 10 pages per week, no exceptions, and concludes with a final week devoted to polish and pitching. You submit pages weekly, review peers’ submissions, and participate in discussion—pages in, feedback out, repeat. The course runs asynchronously on Canvas, with optional bi-weekly Zoom office hours and a final pitch fest. This is not a passive experience: your peers rely on your pages and your feedback, and missed deadlines disrupt the entire cohort. The course is designed for writers who come in with a developed concept, understand that professional writing prioritizes discipline over inspiration, and are ready to sustain consistent output under pressure.

Summer 2026 Schedule

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$100 nonrefundable. Enrollment discounts limited to WP NOW members; no other discounts apply.

Enrollment limited to 12 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

The deadline for applications is June 1, 2026 by 10:00 AM PT. Applications submitted after this date are not guaranteed consideration. 

Instructions for Submitting to Advanced-Level Courses:

Click on “Enroll” then follow the prompts to check out and create a new account, or enter your information as a returning student. Then, follow the remaining instructions below:

  1. At the “Contact Information” Page, be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page and initial both boxes under “Privacy Policies.” Continue Checkout.
  2. Click “Start” on the first Application page.
  3. On the 2nd Application page, click “Start” on the bottom left side of the page.

NOTE: despite being asked to enter payment information, YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED for this course unless you choose to enroll if / when you receive a notice of acceptance for the course. In other words, it’s 100% free to apply. The full course fee will be due up front to register, prior to attending the course. Since enrollment is restricted there are no applicable discountable promos available for this course.

Selection notices will likely be distributed via email 1 to 2 weeks before the class is scheduled to start. In the meantime, you can also register for alternative open-enrollment course and transfer upon your acceptance.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Deadline
No refunds after June 17, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.