Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $39,475
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $39,475
- Average Net Price
- $40,991
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 27.9%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $14,695
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $14,695
- Books & Supplies
- $570
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $54,740
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 41.1%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 46.1%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 27.9%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $37,452 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $41,181 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $46,735 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $40,431 |
| $110,001+ | $43,210 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families pay about $41,000 per year on average after aid, though this varies widely by income. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay $37,452 annually, while those from wealthy families ($110,000 plus) pay $43,210. Since this is a two-year program, total costs run $74,904 to $86,420 depending on family income. The sticker price of $54,740 per year rarely applies since 42% of students receive institutional grants averaging $12,059.
Graduates leave with a median debt of just $12,000, leading to monthly payments of $127. That's manageable compared to most colleges, but early career earnings are tough. New graduates earn a median of $11,729 in their first year, climbing to $27,019 after ten years. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here, paying about $6,000 less per year than wealthy families while building acting skills in Hollywood's backyard.
Graduates leave with a median debt of just $12,000, leading to monthly payments of $127. That's manageable compared to most colleges, but early career earnings are tough. New graduates earn a median of $11,729 in their first year, climbing to $27,019 after ten years. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here, paying about $6,000 less per year than wealthy families while building acting skills in Hollywood's backyard.
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