Film, Video & Photographic Arts at University of California-Irvine
If you plan to study Film, Video & Photographic Arts, you may want to check out the program at University of California-Irvine. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of California-Irvine is located in Irvine, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 142 film, video & photographic arts degrees were granted at University of California-Irvine.
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Studying Online at University of California-Irvine
Many students take online classes at University of California-Irvine. Of 37,297 students, 614 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,862 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Rankings at University of California-Irvine
Use these rankings to compare University of California-Irvine’s Film, Video & Photographic Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 58 |
| Best Value | California | #20 of 45 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #21 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #45 of 278 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #62 of 275 |
Earnings for Film, Video & Photographic Arts Graduates from University of California-Irvine
Graduates of University of California-Irvine’s Film, Video & Photographic Arts program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,145 |
| 2 years | $23,340 |
| 3 years | $33,847 |
| 4 years | $40,166 |
| 5 years | $44,541 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates from University of California-Irvine earn a median of $40,166, compared with $71,034 for all University of California-Irvine graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates from University of California-Irvine is $16,300.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates at University of California-Irvine, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates at University of California-Irvine are 61% women (87) and 39% men (55).
Film, Video & Photographic Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of California-Irvine
Of the 142 bachelor’s film, video & photographic arts degrees awarded at University of California-Irvine, 61% were women (87) and 39% were men (55).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Film, Video & Photographic Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 43 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 43 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 35 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 67% of Film, Video & Photographic Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine, higher than the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Film, Video & Photographic Arts Concentrations at University of California-Irvine
This Film, Video & Photographic Arts program at University of California-Irvine includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film Studies | 142 |
Top-Paying Careers for Film, Video & Photographic Arts Graduates
Those who complete Film, Video & Photographic Arts program at University of California-Irvine go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Film, Video & Photographic Arts graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film | $92,043 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
| Film and Video Editors | $89,576 |
| Photographers | $75,743 |
| Talent Directors | $73,937 |
| Media Technical Directors/Managers | $65,049 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,983 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.