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Film Studies in Massachusetts

Film Studies Schools in Massachusetts

In 2022-2023, 172 students earned their Film Studies degrees in MA.

As a degree choice, Film Studies is the 172nd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Film Studies Majors in Massachusetts

Film Studies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 136
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 29
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 4
Master’s Degree 3

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a film studies major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of film studies majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.8%
  • Black or African American: 7.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 16.9%
  • White: 52.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.5%
  • Other Races: 7.0%
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Jobs for Film Studies Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 9,440 people employed in jobs related to a film studies degree, compared to 212,940 nationwide.

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Wages for Film Studies Jobs in Massachusetts

Film Studies grads earn an average of $70,480 in the state and $82,560 nationwide.

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There are 12 colleges in Massachusetts that offer film studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 12 below:

#1

Tufts University

Medford
28 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years. 63% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 46% get financial aid.

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23 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
1,670 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,248. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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19 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
5,440 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $35,439.

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#4

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. 53% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This private school has an average net price of $39,090.

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#5

Clark University

Worcester
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
3,405 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.09 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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#6

Mount Holyoke College

South Hadley
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
2,040 Total Students

9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 89% are considered full time. 83% of students get financical aid.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $27,779. 53% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Boston U.

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#7

Smith College

Northampton
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
2,504 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $31,087. The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years.

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#7

Wellesley College

Wellesley
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
2,280 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.09 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 65% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,052.

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#10

Amherst College

Amherst
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
1,745 Total Students

7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.09 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $25,035.

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#10

Harvard University

Cambridge
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.15 years to complete their degree at Harvard. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,500.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $21,846. The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at UMass Amherst. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid.

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Film Studies Careers in MA

Some of the careers film studies majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Producers and Directors 11% $61,810

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to film studies.

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Film & Video Production 431
Other Film/Video & Photographic Arts 88
Photography 72
Documentary Production 1

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