CineFest Fairfield is an annual student film festival and competition organized by Fairfield University’s College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. While the centerpiece of CineFest is a juried showcase of Fairfield University student films, the festival also includes a dedicated **high school film competition** that invites submissions from students in the surrounding region. High school participants can submit short narrative, documentary, experimental, or animated films for consideration. Selected films are screened on campus during the festival, giving students the chance to see their work presented in a professional setting, receive feedback, and attend related film and media events. The experience offers aspiring filmmakers exposure to university-level film programs, networking opportunities with faculty and student filmmakers, and a portfolio-quality credit that can strengthen college applications.