Film/Video and Photographic Arts

Bachelor's degree · American University · Washington, DC

CIP 50.06

$26,767Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$52,661Median earnings 4 years after
$69,028Median earnings 5 years after
$22,000Median federal debt
45Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Film/Video and Photographic Arts at American University earn a median of $26,767 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $43,765 four years after graduating (middle half: $25,957–$63,381). Median debt is $22,000, about 82% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Film/Video and Photographic Arts graduates from American University make?

The median salary is $26,767 one year after graduation and $69,028 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.