Is Seattle Film Institute worth it?
Seattle Film Institute is a private for-profit, four-year institution in Seattle, Washington (large city). It awarded 42 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in cinematography and film, music technology and film and photographic arts.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$29,745
Median earnings 4 years after
$42,510
Average net price
$41,595
Completion rate
57%
Completions (2024)
42
Years to pay back
3.9 years
Students (undergrad)
65
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Bachelor's | $30,789 | $39,976 | 43 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Master's | $13,476 | N/A | 26 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Undergraduate certificate | $28,447 | $38,787 | 24 |
| Music | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | Bachelor's | 15 |
| Music Technology | Master's | 12 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other | Master's | 8 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 7 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, General | Master's | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Seattle Film Institute. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Washington. Counts under 10 are not published.
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