Film, Video & Photographic Arts at Syracuse University
If you plan to study Film, Video & Photographic Arts, consider the program at Syracuse University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Syracuse University is in Syracuse, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 70 film, video & photographic arts graduations were recorded at Syracuse University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Syracuse University
Distance learning is available at Syracuse University. Among 22,589 students, 2,298 (10%) studied exclusively online and 2,396 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Rankings at Syracuse University
Rankings can help you compare Syracuse University’s Film, Video & Photographic Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #18 of 33 |
| Best Value | New York | #27 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #29 of 53 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #45 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #125 of 278 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #254 of 275 |
Earnings for Film, Video & Photographic Arts Graduates from Syracuse University
Graduates of Syracuse 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 | $27,741 |
| 3 years | $28,805 |
| 4 years | $23,382 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates from Syracuse University report median earnings of $23,382, compared with $69,552 for all Syracuse University graduates — about 66% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates from Syracuse University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates at Syracuse University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates at Syracuse University are 50% women (35) and 50% men (35).
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Bachelor’s Program at Syracuse University
Of the 55 bachelor’s film, video & photographic arts degrees awarded at Syracuse University, 47% were women (26) and 53% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Film, Video & Photographic Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 19 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 22% of Film, Video & Photographic Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Master’s Program at Syracuse University
Among the 15 master’s film, video & photographic arts graduates at Syracuse University, 60% were women (9) and 40% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Film, Video & Photographic Arts master’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of Film, Video & Photographic Arts master’s degree recipients at Syracuse University, below the national average of 30%.*
*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 Syracuse University
This Film, Video & Photographic Arts program at Syracuse University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film & Video Production | 51 |
| Photography | 19 |
Top-Paying Careers for Film, Video & Photographic Arts Graduates
Those who complete Film, Video & Photographic Arts program at Syracuse University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates, 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.