Film/Video and Photographic Arts at Seattle Film Institute
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Seattle Film Institute graduates compare to all programs nationally
Seattle Film Institute graduates earn $13k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all film/video and photographic arts masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Film/Video and Photographic Arts masters's programs at peer institutions in Washington (3 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Film Institute | $13,476 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $31,087 | — | — | — |
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 Seattle Film Institute, approximately 41% 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.