Cheapest Film/Video and Photographic Arts Colleges in Georgia

Georgia's film production incentives have made the state a major center for movie and television production, creating opportunities for visual arts graduates. The 12 schools offering Film/Video and Photographic Arts programs show dramatic cost differences, from Clayton State University's $10,145 net price to Savannah College of Art and Design's $45,450. Public universities dominate the affordable end, with six programs under $17,000 annually. Georgia's HOPE Scholarship makes these public options even more accessible for residents maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Earnings for graduates range from $24,035 to $39,369, reflecting the varied career paths in film production, photography, and digital media that support Georgia's growing entertainment industry.

Programs

$10,145 – $45,450

Net Price Range

$28,545

Avg. Program Earnings

54.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Clayton State University Morrow, Georgia	$10,145	$5,068	35.4%	56.3%
2	Georgia Gwinnett College Lawrenceville, Georgia	$11,696	$4,458	19.8%	93.6%
3	University of Georgia Athens, Georgia	$13,816	$11,180	87.2%	42.6%
4	University of West Georgia Carrollton, Georgia	$15,450	$5,971	42.7%	80.1%
5	American InterContinental University-Atlanta Atlanta, Georgia	$15,774	$13,416	21.1%
6	Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia	$15,931	$8,478	53.7%	66.8%
7	Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, Georgia	$16,972	$5,786	48.1%	67.9%
8	Oglethorpe University Atlanta, Georgia	$21,735	$45,806	53.9%	71.0%
9	Emory University Atlanta, Georgia	$23,911	$60,774	91.8%	11.4%
10	Morehouse College Atlanta, Georgia	$35,949	$31,725	52.7%	60.0%
11	Spelman College Atlanta, Georgia	$36,828	$30,058	76.1%	28.4%
12	Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah, Georgia	$45,450	$40,595	70.5%	81.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Clayton State University the cheapest option at $10,145?

Clayton State offers the lowest net price among Georgia's film programs, with in-state tuition of just $5,068. The 35.4% graduation rate reflects the school's open-access mission, serving students who might not qualify elsewhere.

How do earnings compare between the most and least expensive programs?

Emory University graduates earn $39,369 annually despite the program costing $23,911 net price. University of Georgia graduates earn $24,035 with a much lower $13,816 net cost, offering better return on investment.

Is the HOPE Scholarship available for film students?

Georgia residents with a 3.0 GPA qualify for HOPE Scholarship coverage of tuition at public universities. This makes programs like Georgia State University cost just $8,478 for in-state students after aid.

Does Georgia's film industry affect graduate employment prospects?

Georgia ranks third nationally for film production, with over 400 productions annually generating $4 billion in economic impact. This creates internship and job opportunities particularly around Atlanta's production facilities.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.