<p>By the way, I didn’t see florida state university in there. It is ranked 4th in film school ranking: [Top</a> 10 Film Schools | Best Film Schools in the Nation](<a href=“http://education-portal.com/top_10_film_schools.html]Top”>Top 10 Film Schools | Best Film Schools in the Nation)
Your rankings may not be up to date, but I do like the schools you have listed. Have you heard of the New York Film Academy by any chance? Just thought that you may want to check that out. But yes, if I were you, I would put University of Southern California at the top of my list as well. It can be of help for job opportunities. Also, Cal Arts will certainly allow you to meet the top ppl in the media industries. I know because it’s extremely prestigious for acting.
In terms of your common app phobia, here is a small thread that helps a bit with what you may be seeking: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/common-application/813368-please-help-international-student-commonapp-please.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/common-application/813368-please-help-international-student-commonapp-please.html</a>
You can also apply for UVA 
if you’re aiming for international relations lol. Some other schools for IR that are top in this field include Georgetown, JHU, and Tufts. </p>
<p>Basically, you really shouldn’t worry. I think the process is stressful for both domestic and international students when they start it for the first time. I would basically send in your scores for your Board exams, Sat, SatII, and TOEFL in. For recommendations: choose a math/science teacher and another who is trained in the arts area. Once you have chosen these ppl, you will have to ask for their email addresses. They will have to check the spam area…in case their email (which might just be yahoo) sends it in there. They will have to do an evaluation for each one of your schools and write an essay, which can be sent as a copy to every one of the institutes you apply. When the common app opens in August, start adding the institutes you are sure to want to attend, and go immediately to the “teacher recommendation” section and send that in for the schools you are applying EARLY ONLY. I hope you are familiar with the EARLY and Regular deadline. If not, you can ask about it, and I will reply. </p>
<p>In terms of bank statement…I think that you need to send a signed form, from the notary via snail mail to the college(s), which states that you are able to pay for the institute. It’s something that is required from all internationals, since they don’t receive much aid from the u.s. The same goes for nationality proof. </p>
<p>You should actually contact OIS, which is available for internationals at USC. The contact is listed her: Contact OIS | Phone: (213) 740-2666 | Fax: (213) 740-5194 | Email: <a href=“mailto:ois@usc.edu”>ois@usc.edu</a>
I think that you should consult their services because admissions for internationals is pretty weird and will make you and normal admissions confused. OIS specializes in your circumstance, so you should call/email them immediately. Just so you know, you are starting at the right time. They have counselors for you outside of US, but they are only 2 and they don’t focus on indian students. That is why you should call the office. Hope this info helps you :)</p>