Graphic Communications at Los Angeles Film School

The Los Angeles Film School's Graphic Communications bachelor's delivers strikingly poor outcomes that should concern any parent considering this investment. Graduates earn just $15,529 one year out—barely above minimum wage and less than half what typical Graphic Communications graduates earn in California ($26,981). This program ranks in the bottom 10th percentile among California schools offering this degree, and the 5th percentile nationally. Meanwhile, students are leaving with $33,250 in debt, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio above 2:1 that will take years to manage on these wages.

The context makes this more alarming: California has 18 schools offering this degree, and even the state median ($26,981) substantially outperforms LA Film School. Top programs like Cal Poly SLO produce graduates earning $49,029—more than triple what this program delivers. Given that 65% of students here receive Pell grants, many families are borrowing heavily for outcomes that leave graduates struggling financially.

This program represents poor value at any price point. For a third of the debt load, students could attend a CSU campus and likely double their earning potential within the same field. Parents should look elsewhere—almost any alternative Graphic Communications program in California would provide better return on investment.