I'm looking into screenwriting courses and wondering if anyone has any advice for me. I have a BFA in an unrelated field, and was looking at MFA Screenwriting Programs. Unfortunately, I don't have a significant writing portfolio, aside from a full length play, and a few short pieces. I also, don't have the connections for good Academic recommendations. So, I was considering a non-degree or Certificate Program. I'm looking into the New School's program and it looks pretty good. Does anyone have any information on it that they can share? Or are there other programs that you can recommend? Either in New York or CA. Is a certificate program worth the cost and time involved?

Thanks!