Film/Video and Photographic Arts

Bachelor's degree · Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA

CIP 50.06

$23,109Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$37,958Median earnings 4 years after
$43,942Median earnings 5 years after
$24,125Median federal debt
91Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Film/Video and Photographic Arts at Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $23,109 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 $24,125, about 104% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Film/Video and Photographic Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
George Mason University
Fairfax
$23,989$23,205
Liberty University
Lynchburg
$20,512$22,500

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $23,109 one year after graduation and $43,942 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,125.

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