Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Master's degree · American Film Institute Conservatory · Los Angeles, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Film/Video and Photographic Arts at American Film Institute Conservatory earn a median of $20,358 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,486 four years after graduating (middle half: $27,165–$77,049). Median debt is $164,727, about 809% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Film/Video and Photographic Arts (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| National University San Diego | $48,964 | — |
| Academy of Art University San Francisco | $41,911 | $113,213 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $39,954 | $92,809 |
| Chapman University Orange | $28,832 | $144,710 |
| Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles | $27,650 | $120,626 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $26,843 | $167,503 |
| California Institute of the Arts Valencia | $20,842 | $96,000 |
| New York Film Academy Burbank | $16,854 | $127,588 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Film/Video and Photographic Arts graduates from American Film Institute Conservatory make?
The median salary is $20,358 one year after graduation and $48,347 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $164,727.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.