Film, Video & Photographic Arts at University of South Carolina-Columbia
What traits are you looking for in a school for Film, Video & Photographic Arts, consider the program at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is located in Columbia, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 85 film, video & photographic arts graduations were recorded at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
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Studying Online at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Distance learning is available at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Of 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Rankings can help you compare University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Film, Video & Photographic Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 53 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #113 of 278 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #177 of 275 |
Earnings for Film, Video & Photographic Arts Graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia
Graduates of University of South Carolina-Columbia’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 | $23,440 |
| 2 years | $20,322 |
| 3 years | $30,148 |
| 4 years | $33,768 |
| 5 years | $40,191 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia earn a median of $33,768, compared with $66,578 for all University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates — about 49% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia is $25,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia are 42% women (36) and 58% men (49).
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Among the 85 bachelor’s film, video & photographic arts graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 42% were women (36) and 58% were men (49).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Film, Video & Photographic Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 50 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 16 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Film, Video & Photographic Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia, below 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 University of South Carolina-Columbia
This Film, Video & Photographic Arts program at University of South Carolina-Columbia offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film Studies | 6 |
| Other Film/Video & Photographic Arts | 79 |
Best-Paid Careers for Film, Video & Photographic Arts Graduates
Students who finish Film, Video & Photographic Arts program at University of South Carolina-Columbia pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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
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