Cheapest Film/Video and Photographic Arts Colleges in Vermont

Vermont's film and photography programs span a remarkable price spectrum, with the University of Vermont charging just $20,860 net compared to Champlain College's $35,000 for similar creative training. This $14,140 cost difference becomes significant when graduates earn between $22,482 and $23,113 annually across programs. Vermont's tourism industry and outdoor recreation companies provide steady demand for visual content creators, while Burlington's media scene offers internship opportunities during college years.

Programs

$20,860 – $35,000

Net Price Range

$22,798

Avg. Program Earnings

70.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Vermont Burlington, Vermont	$20,860	$18,890	78.6%	59.8%
2	Vermont State University Randolph, Vermont	$20,865	$11,400	48.9%	49.8%
3	Middlebury College Middlebury, Vermont	$25,934	$65,280	92.6%	12.7%
4	Bennington College Bennington, Vermont	$31,918	$64,644	66.7%	45.3%
5	Champlain College Burlington, Vermont	$35,000	$45,550	63.0%	55.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge graduation rate gap between Vermont's film programs?

Middlebury College graduates 92.60% of its film students compared to Vermont State University's 48.90% rate, a 43.7 percentage point difference. This variation often reflects different student populations and support systems rather than program quality alone.

How competitive are Vermont's most affordable film programs?

The University of Vermont accepts 59.79% of applicants while charging the lowest net price at $20,860. Vermont State University has similar affordability at $20,865 but accepts fewer students at 49.78%, making UVM the most accessible option.

Does choosing a more expensive Vermont film program improve earnings?

Graduates from the most expensive program (Champlain at $35,000) actually earn less at $22,482 than University of Vermont graduates who earn $23,113. The $631 earnings difference suggests affordability doesn't compromise career outcomes in Vermont's market.

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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.