Film/Video and Photographic Arts at Ohio State University-Main Campus
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Film/Video and Photographic Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | — | $39,600 | $22,500 | — |
| Columbus College of Art & Design | $28,994 | $34,412 | $27,000 | 0.93 |
| Wright State University-Main Campus | $24,617 | — | $26,750 | 1.09 |
| Oberlin College | $23,519 | — | $25,500 | 1.08 |
| Cleveland State University | $22,263 | $36,009 | $26,774 | 1.20 |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus | $19,803 | $39,043 | $26,000 | 1.31 |
| National Median | $25,173 | — | $25,000 | 0.99 |
Other Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus College of Art & Design Columbus | $39,650 | $28,994 | $27,000 |
| Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton | $11,188 | $24,617 | $26,750 |
| Oberlin College Oberlin | $64,646 | $23,519 | $25,500 |
| Cleveland State University Cleveland | $12,613 | $22,263 | $26,774 |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $14,081 | $19,803 | $26,000 |
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 Ohio State University-Main Campus, approximately 19% 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.