Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Film/Video and Photographic Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (9 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
American Academy of Art College
DePaul University$26,164$40,247$24,7170.94
Columbia College Chicago$23,905$31,358$26,0001.09
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale$21,322$32,289$19,5000.91
National Median$25,173$25,0000.99

Other Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
DePaul University
Chicago
$44,460$26,164$24,717
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago
$32,520$23,905$26,000
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Carbondale
$13,244$21,322$19,500

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At American Academy of Art College, approximately 63% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.