March 4, 2026
Hollywood State University's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences today announced the launch of the Sullivan Fellowship, a full scholarship and mentorship program designed to support first-generation college students pursuing graduate degrees in film, television, and media arts.
Named for HSU founder William Charles Sullivan, the fellowship will provide recipients with full tuition coverage, a monthly living stipend, dedicated faculty mentorship, and guaranteed industry internship placement in the student's chosen area of concentration. The inaugural class of Sullivan Fellows will begin in the Fall 2026 semester.
"William Charles Sullivan founded this university because he believed talent should not be limited by access," said Professor Marcus Greene, Head of the School of Film and Television. "The Sullivan Fellowship is a direct expression of that founding conviction. The next generation of filmmakers, writers, and producers is out there. We intend to find them."
The program will initially support six fellows per year across three areas of concentration: screenwriting and playwriting, film and television production, and digital media and emerging technology. HSU has committed to expanding the program to ten fellows annually within three years, pending the completion of a dedicated fundraising initiative currently underway.
Applications for the inaugural Sullivan Fellowship class will open May 1, 2026, with selection decisions announced in July. Eligibility requirements and application materials are available at HollywoodStateU.com/admissions.
Founded in 1923, Hollywood State University has a long history of educational advancement in entertainment arts and remains committed to shaping the future of the film, television, and media industries.