Cheapest Film/Video and Photographic Arts Colleges in Oregon

Portland State University offers Oregon's most affordable Film/Video and Photographic Arts education at $12,932 annually, while specialized Pacific Northwest College of Art costs $40,846. This gap reflects Oregon's public university advantage in a state where Nike and Intel drive digital media demand. Portland State graduates earn $21,703, making it attractive for students entering Oregon's growing creative technology sector where major corporations need visual content specialists.

Programs

$12,932 – $40,846

Net Price Range

$23,115

Avg. Program Earnings

62.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Portland State University Portland, Oregon	$12,932	$11,238	53.1%	93.1%
2	Southern Oregon University Ashland, Oregon	$16,470	$12,093	44.2%	88.0%
3	Warner Pacific University Portland, Oregon	$18,818	$21,010	82.1%	72.3%
4	University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon	$21,782	$15,669	71.5%	86.3%
5	Willamette University Salem, Oregon	$23,663	$48,268	72.7%	80.6%
6	George Fox University Newberg, Oregon	$29,981	$40,940	68.7%	91.7%
7	Pacific University Forest Grove, Oregon	$35,350	$54,466	64.8%	92.3%
8	Pacific Northwest College of Art Portland, Oregon	$40,846	$47,126	45.7%	94.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between Oregon's cheapest and most expensive film programs?

Portland State University charges $12,932 while Pacific Northwest College of Art costs $40,846, creating a $27,914 gap. Public universities like Portland State receive state funding that keeps costs lower, while private art schools like PNCA offer specialized facilities and smaller class sizes that drive up expenses.

How do graduation rates compare across Oregon's film programs?

Warner Pacific University leads with an 82.1% graduation rate despite charging $18,818 annually. Public options show mixed results, with University of Oregon at 71.5% and Portland State at 53.1%, while Pacific Northwest College of Art graduates only 45.7% of students despite its high cost.

Does attending a more expensive Oregon film school lead to higher earnings?

University of Oregon graduates earn the highest salaries at $27,503 despite moderate costs of $21,782. Surprisingly, George Fox University graduates earn just $20,140 while paying $29,981, showing that program cost doesn't guarantee better financial outcomes in Oregon's creative industries.

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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.