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Cheapest Film/Video and Photographic Arts Colleges in Missouri

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Missouri Western State University offers the state's most affordable film and video education at just $12,638 net cost, though graduates face earning realities that average $21,781 to $27,476 across programs. The 11 Missouri schools span a wide cost spectrum, with private institutions like Kansas City Art Institute charging $29,555 compared to public options under $20,000. Missouri's media market includes Hallmark Cards headquarters in Kansas City and growing video production needs across healthcare giants like BJC HealthCare, creating regional opportunities for visual storytelling graduates despite modest starting salaries.
11
Programs
$12,638 – $29,555
Net Price Range
$23,816
Avg. Program Earnings
58.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,638 $9,800 39.8%
2 $12,837 $11,988 55.9% 69.5%
3 $15,336 $9,739 49.4% 71.3%
4 $17,502 $9,024 57.3% 92.6%
5 $18,516 $21,100 50.3% 74.0%
6 $19,889 $14,130 76.2% 79.1%
7 $22,117 $62,982 94.4% 11.8%
8 $23,277 $28,200 46.5% 64.2%
9 $24,051 $24,326 45.7%
10 $26,196 $30,730 61.1% 55.1%
11 $29,555 $43,550 64.9% 58.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost differences between Missouri film programs?

Public universities dominate the affordable end, with Missouri Western at $12,638 and UMKC at $12,837, while private schools like Kansas City Art Institute reach $29,555. In-state tuition at public schools stays below $15,000, but private institutions charge $21,100 to $43,550 before aid.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Missouri?

Washington University boasts a 94.4% graduation rate at $22,117 net cost, while the most affordable option at Missouri Western shows just 39.8% completion. Mid-range public schools like Missouri State achieve 57.3% graduation rates at $17,502 net cost.

Is earning potential worth the higher costs at private Missouri film schools?

Kansas City Art Institute graduates earn $27,476 despite paying $29,555, while University of Central Missouri students earn $21,781 at just $15,336 cost. The $5,695 earning difference barely justifies the $14,219 cost gap over time.

Where do Missouri film graduates find the best job prospects?

Kansas City and St. Louis offer the strongest markets, with Hallmark's creative operations and growing healthcare video needs at BJC HealthCare. Columbia provides internship access through University of Missouri's journalism school connections and local media outlets.

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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.