Film/Video and Photographic Arts

Master's degree · DePaul University · Chicago, IL

CIP 50.06

$23,892Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,553Median earnings 4 years after
$50,631Median earnings 5 years after
$72,729Median federal debt
38Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Film/Video and Photographic Arts at DePaul University earn a median of $23,892 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 $72,729, about 304% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Film/Video and Photographic Arts (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago
$35,483$83,900

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $23,892 one year after graduation and $50,631 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $72,729.

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