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Wisconsin film and photography students can save significantly by choosing public universities, with UW-Whitewater costing just $14,785 compared to private options reaching $29,237. The state's growing media production sector, driven by companies like Epic Systems creating digital content, provides regional opportunities for graduates. Milwaukee houses three programs within the same metro area, giving students access to the state's largest media market while keeping costs manageable at public institutions.
8
Programs
$14,785 – $29,237
Net Price Range
$22,329
Avg. Program Earnings
66.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Film/Video and Photographic Arts Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,785 $8,250 64.3% 82.4%
2 $16,177 $10,020 51.2% 86.3%
3 $21,315 $35,080 62.7% 93.8%
4 $24,362 $37,230 69.6% 72.1%
5 $24,563 $55,461 76.4% 72.3%
6 $26,067 $34,250 64.3% 70.4%
7 $27,514 $42,268 63.3% 64.0%
8 $29,237 $48,700 80.1% 87.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Wisconsin-Whitewater the most affordable option?

UW-Whitewater charges $14,785 in net costs with an in-state tuition of just $8,250, making it nearly $2,000 cheaper than UW-Milwaukee. The school maintains a solid 64.30% graduation rate while accepting 82.38% of applicants.

How do public and private film programs compare in Wisconsin?

Public universities average around $15,500 in net costs while private colleges range from $21,315 to $29,237. Private schools like Marquette achieve higher graduation rates at 80.10%, but students pay nearly double the cost of public alternatives.

Does Milwaukee offer multiple film program choices?

Milwaukee houses four different film and photography programs, including UW-Milwaukee at $16,177, Wisconsin Lutheran at $21,315, and the specialized Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design at $27,514. This concentration gives students access to Wisconsin's primary media production center.

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