Film, Video & Photographic Arts at Central Washington University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Film, Video & Photographic Arts, consider the program at Central Washington University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Washington University is located in Ellensburg, WA.
During the most recent reporting year, 26 film, video & photographic arts degrees were awarded at Central Washington University.
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Studying Online at Central Washington University
Many students take online classes at Central Washington University. Of 10,811 students, 2,377 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,856 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Rankings at Central Washington University
Use these rankings to compare Central Washington University’s Film, Video & Photographic Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Washington | #3 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #17 of 58 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #36 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #87 of 278 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #95 of 275 |
Earnings for Film, Video & Photographic Arts Graduates from Central Washington University
Students who complete Central Washington University’s Film, Video & Photographic Arts program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,633 |
| 2 years | $28,960 |
| 3 years | $38,946 |
| 4 years | $38,708 |
| 5 years | $41,604 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates from Central Washington University earn a median of $38,708, compared with $54,307 for all Central Washington University graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates from Central Washington University is $23,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates at Central Washington University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates at Central Washington University are 27% women (7) and 73% men (19).
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Bachelor’s Program at Central Washington University
Of the 26 bachelor’s film, video & photographic arts degrees awarded at Central Washington University, 27% were women (7) and 73% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Film, Video & Photographic Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of Film, Video & Photographic Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Washington University, above the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Film, Video & Photographic Arts Concentrations at Central Washington University
This Film, Video & Photographic Arts program at Central Washington University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film Studies | 26 |
Best-Paid Careers for Film, Video & Photographic Arts Graduates
Those who complete Film, Video & Photographic Arts program at Central Washington University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Film, Video & Photographic Arts majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film | $92,043 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
| Film and Video Editors | $89,576 |
| Photographers | $75,743 |
| Talent Directors | $73,937 |
| Media Technical Directors/Managers | $65,049 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,983 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.