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Cheapest Film/Video and Photographic Arts Colleges in Utah

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

Utah Valley University delivers the state's most affordable Film/Video and Photographic Arts education at just $8,463 net cost annually, while graduates across Utah programs earn between $23,649 and $27,482 starting salaries. The state's Silicon Slopes tech corridor creates steady demand for digital content creators and video production specialists. Five schools offer programs with costs ranging dramatically from UVU's budget-friendly option to Westminster's $26,536 price point, giving students clear pathways into Utah's expanding media market.
5
Programs
$8,463 – $26,536
Net Price Range
$25,566
Avg. Program Earnings
59.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,463 $6,270 40.7%
2 $10,722 $6,391 43.0%
3 $13,172 $9,315 63.9% 89.1%
4 $14,487 $6,496 82.2% 66.7%
5 $26,536 $41,416 69.4% 69.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Public universities like Utah Valley ($8,463) and Weber State ($10,722) benefit from state funding that keeps costs low. Private institutions like Westminster University charge $26,536 annually, reflecting smaller class sizes and different funding structures.

How do graduation rates vary among Utah's film programs?

Brigham Young University leads with an 82.2% graduation rate, followed by Westminster at 69.4% and University of Utah at 63.9%. The public universities UVU and Weber State show lower completion rates at 40.7% and 43% respectively.

Does attending a more expensive program guarantee higher earnings?

BYU graduates earn $27,482 annually while carrying just $11,894 in debt, making it the best value despite higher costs. University of Utah graduates earn $23,649 with $23,000 in debt, showing that program cost doesn't always predict salary outcomes.

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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.