Film/Video and Photographic Arts at National University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How National University graduates compare to all programs nationally
National University graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all film/video and photographic arts masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Film/Video and Photographic Arts masters's programs at peer institutions in California (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National University | $48,964 | — | — | — |
| Academy of Art University | $41,911 | $49,593 | — | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $39,954 | $54,999 | — | — |
| Chapman University | $28,832 | $57,412 | — | — |
| Loyola Marymount University | $27,650 | $47,596 | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $26,843 | $52,452 | — | — |
| National Median | $31,087 | — | — | — |
Other Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Art University San Francisco | $28,024 | $41,911 | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $39,954 | — |
| Chapman University Orange | $62,784 | $28,832 | — |
| Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles | $58,974 | $27,650 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $26,843 | — |
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 National University, approximately 26% 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.