Film/Video and Photographic Arts at Messiah University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Film/Video and Photographic Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Messiah University | $22,651* | — | $27,000* | — |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | $28,634* | $28,704 | $22,313* | 0.78 |
| Temple University | $24,345* | $35,213 | $25,000* | 1.03 |
| DeSales University | $22,651* | $35,443 | $27,000* | 1.19 |
| Drexel University | $19,758* | $38,897 | $25,379* | 1.28 |
| University of the Arts | $17,674* | $33,100 | $27,000* | 1.53 |
| National Median | $25,173* | — | $25,000* | 0.99 |
Other Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $21,524 | $28,634 | $22,313 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $24,345 | $25,000 |
| DeSales University Center Valley | $44,800 | $22,651 | $27,000 |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $60,663 | $19,758 | $25,379 |
| University of the Arts Philadelphia | $54,290 | $17,674 | $27,000 |
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 Messiah University, approximately 20% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.