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#1 #1 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Emerson College Boston, MA At Emerson College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Creative Writing, and Journalism. In fact, Emerson College grants 298 degrees per year to Cinematography and Film/Video Production majors....view more Acceptance Rate 47% Annual Degrees Awarded 298 SAT Score 1,270–1,410 Median Starting Salary $57,454
#2 #2 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Chapman University Orange, CA At Chapman University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 159 SAT Score 1,280–1,440 Median Starting Salary $54,633
#3 #3 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah, GA At Savannah College of Art and Design, the most popular majors students pursue are Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, Illustration, and Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 267 SAT Score 1,080–1,280 Median Starting Salary $53,969
#4 #4 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. New York University New York, NY Each year, New York University awards around 524 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 9% Annual Degrees Awarded 397 SAT Score 1,490–1,560 Median Starting Salary $48,239
#5 #5 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of North Carolina School of the Arts Winston Salem, NC At the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, the most popular majors students pursue are Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology, Dance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 33% Annual Degrees Awarded 75 SAT Score 1,170–1,320 Median Starting Salary $55,173
#6 #6 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. DePaul University Chicago, IL At DePaul University, the three most popular college majors students study are Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Finance, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, DePaul University grants 239 degrees every year to graduating Cinematography and Film/Video Production students....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 239 SAT Score 1,110–1,330 Median Starting Salary $52,076
#7 #7 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Biola University La Mirada, CA At Biola University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 88 SAT Score 1,170–1,370 Median Starting Salary $53,411
#8 #8 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Massachusetts College of Art and Design Boston, MA At Massachusetts College of Art and Design, the three most popular college majors students study are Illustration, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, and Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 61 SAT Score 990–1,180 Median Starting Salary $57,230
#9 #9 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Each year, Ithaca College grants around 130 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Radio and Television, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 77 SAT Score 1,240–1,390 Median Starting Salary $60,006
#10 #10 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL Each year, Columbia College Chicago awards about 212 degrees to those majoring in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 116 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $53,431
#11 #11 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA At Loyola Marymount University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 88 SAT Score 1,280–1,430 Median Starting Salary $51,822
#12 #12 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA At the University of Southern California, the most popular majors students study are Management Science, Computer Science, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric. In fact, the University of Southern California awards 1221 degrees annually to Management Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 10% Annual Degrees Awarded 93 SAT Score 1,440–1,550 Median Starting Salary $45,934
#13 #13 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison, NJ At Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 43 SAT Score 1,080–1,240 Median Starting Salary $51,203
#14 #14 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Temple University Philadelphia, PA Each year, Temple University grants around 355 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 120 SAT Score 1,130–1,370 Median Starting Salary $54,028
#15 #15 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY At CUNY Brooklyn College, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Computer and Information Sciences, and General. In fact, CUNY Brooklyn College grants 428 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 105 SAT Score 1,030–1,190 Median Starting Salary $47,021
#16 #16 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Huntington University Huntington, IN Annually, Huntington University grants around 26 degrees to students majoring in Cinematography and Film/Video Production, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Occupational Therapist Assistant....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 990–1,200 Median Starting Salary $53,926
#17 #17 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Every year, the University of California-Riverside grants about 834 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 104 SAT Score 1,090–1,310 Median Starting Salary $47,067
#18 #18 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Central Florida Orlando, FL At the University of Central Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 186 SAT Score 1,210–1,350 Median Starting Salary $47,101
#19 #19 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Taylor University Upland, IN Each year, Taylor University awards about 39 degrees to students studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,120–1,360 Median Starting Salary $55,392
#20 #20 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 87 SAT Score 1,200–1,340 Median Starting Salary $51,009
#21 #21 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Montclair State University Montclair, NJ At Montclair State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Human Development and Family Studies, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 96 SAT Score 910–1,210 Median Starting Salary $51,062
#22 #22 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Every year, Middle Tennessee State University grants about 293 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 105 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Median Starting Salary $49,611
#23 #23 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA At Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Information Science/Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus awards 577 degrees annually to Finance, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 70 SAT Score 1,250–1,430 Median Starting Salary $50,669
#24 #24 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Five Towns College Dix Hills, NY Every year, Five Towns College awards about 33 degrees to students studying Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 800–1,020 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#25 #25 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Nossi College of Art and Design Nashville, TN At Nossi College of Art and Design, the three most popular college majors students study are Illustration, Graphic Design, and Commercial Photography. In fact, Nossi College of Art and Design awards 14 degrees every year to graduating Illustration students....view more Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#26 #26 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. California Institute of the Arts Valencia, CA At California Institute of the Arts, the most popular majors students pursue are Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, Acting, Fine/Studio Arts, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 26% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $55,032
#27 #27 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Pratt Institute-Main Brooklyn, NY Every year, Pratt Institute-Main grants about 129 degrees to students majoring in Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Graphic Design, Industrial and Product Design, and Illustration....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,150–1,400 Median Starting Salary $54,861
#28 #28 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Quinnipiac University Hamden, CT Every year, Quinnipiac University grants about 289 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $59,669
#29 #29 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Woodbury University Burbank, CA At Woodbury University, the most popular majors students study are Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, and Game and Interactive Media Design....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 940–1,240 Median Starting Salary $49,673
#30 #30 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Belmont University Nashville, TN Annually, Belmont University grants about 249 degrees to students majoring in Music Management, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 51 SAT Score 1,180–1,370 Median Starting Salary $56,974
#31 #31 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Each year, Point Park University grants around 71 degrees to students majoring in Dance, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, Business Administration......view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 42 SAT Score 1,030–1,260 Median Starting Salary $52,560
#32 #32 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY At Rochester Institute of Technology, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Modeling, and Virtual Environments and Simulation. In fact, Rochester Institute of Technology awards 195 degrees per year to Computer Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 58 SAT Score 1,280–1,460 Median Starting Salary $50,983
#33 #33 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Syracuse University Syracuse, NY At Syracuse University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Information Science/Studies. In fact, Syracuse University awards 233 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 46% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 1,290–1,440 Median Starting Salary $53,877
#34 #34 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Drexel University Philadelphia, PA At Drexel University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Drexel University awards 469 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 55 SAT Score 1,250–1,440 Median Starting Salary $48,896
#35 #35 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Annually, Cleveland State University awards around 211 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 72 SAT Score 880–1,130 Median Starting Salary $48,618
#36 #36 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Webster University Saint Louis, MO At Webster University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 990–1,220 Median Starting Salary $49,832
#37 #37 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Montana State University Bozeman, MT At Montana State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Montana State University grants 287 degrees annually to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 64 SAT Score 1,080–1,290 Median Starting Salary $50,948
#38 #38 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Miami Coral Gables, FL At the University of Miami, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Miami grants 213 degrees every year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 19% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 1,340–1,480 Median Starting Salary $48,915
#39 #39 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX At Southern Methodist University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Finance, General, Economics, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southern Methodist University awards 325 degrees annually to graduating Finance, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 1,360–1,500 Median Starting Salary $50,397
#40 #40 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA At Fitchburg State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,070–1,230 Median Starting Salary $53,889
#41 #41 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Marymount Manhattan College New York, NY Every year, Marymount Manhattan College grants about 56 degrees to students studying Musical Theatre, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Acting, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,130–1,320 Median Starting Salary $53,773
#42 #42 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO At Washington University in St Louis, the most popular majors students study are Computer Science, Experimental Psychology, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Washington University in St Louis grants 159 degrees annually to graduating Computer Science students....view more Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,480–1,560 Median Starting Salary $52,175
#43 #43 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. California College of the Arts San Francisco, CA At California College of the Arts, the most popular majors students study are Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, Illustration, and Industrial and Product Design....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 940–1,220 Median Starting Salary $51,893
#44 #44 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Ringling College of Art and Design Sarasota, FL Annually, Ringling College of Art and Design awards around 124 degrees to those studying Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $53,986
#45 #45 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Baylor University Waco, TX At Baylor University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score 1,180–1,380 Median Starting Salary $53,901
#46 #46 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Each year, the University of Rhode Island awards around 292 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score 1,020–1,280 Median Starting Salary $56,015
#47 #47 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR Annually, John Brown University grants around 34 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Family and Community Services....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,110–1,350 Median Starting Salary $50,442
#48 #48 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Annually, Marquette University grants about 161 degrees to those studying Biomedical Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,230–1,390 Median Starting Salary $56,341
#49 #49 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Every year, Virginia Commonwealth University grants about 458 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Health Teacher Education, Business/Commerce, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score 1,040–1,310 Median Starting Salary $51,475
#50 #50 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Each year, California State University-Sacramento grants about 962 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 62 SAT Score 900–1,130 Median Starting Salary $49,160
#51 #51 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. College for Creative Studies Detroit, MI At the College for Creative Studies, the most popular majors students study are Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, and Illustration....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 990–1,210 Median Starting Salary $55,125
#52 #52 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Florida State University Tallahassee, FL At Florida State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Florida State University grants 767 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,300–1,420 Median Starting Salary $48,173
#53 #53 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Liberty University Lynchburg, VA At Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 52 SAT Score 1,040–1,340 Median Starting Salary $49,260
#54 #54 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Cornish College of the Arts Seattle, WA At Cornish College of the Arts, the three most popular college majors students study are Fine/Studio Arts, General, Musical Theatre, Music Performance, and General. In fact, Cornish College of the Arts grants 12 degrees every year to Fine/Studio Arts, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $55,382
#55 #55 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Santa Fe, NM Every year, the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development grants around 18 degrees to students studying Fine/Studio Arts, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 780–1,010 Median Starting Salary $46,874
#56 #56 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Keene State College Keene, NH Each year, Keene State College awards around 62 degrees to those majoring in Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Architecture....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 910–1,130 Median Starting Salary $58,720
#57 #57 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ At Rutgers University-New Brunswick, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,280–1,480 Median Starting Salary $47,772
#58 #58 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. George Mason University Fairfax, VA Annually, George Mason University awards around 645 degrees to those studying Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Information Technology, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score 1,170–1,370 Median Starting Salary $49,258
#59 #59 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Binghamton University Vestal, NY At Binghamton University, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Neuroscience. In fact, Binghamton University awards 449 degrees every year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 39% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,350–1,500 Median Starting Salary $49,581
#60 #60 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MN Each year, Minneapolis College of Art and Design grants about 45 degrees to students studying Illustration, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, Painting, and Graphic Design....view more Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,170–1,380 Median Starting Salary $52,887
#61 #61 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. SUNY at Purchase College Purchase, NY At SUNY at Purchase College, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General, and Fine and Studio Arts Management. In fact, SUNY at Purchase College awards 59 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,210–1,380 Median Starting Salary $52,298
#62 #62 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Rider University Lawrenceville, NJ Each year, Rider University grants around 74 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Median Starting Salary $54,970
#63 #63 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Annually, State University of New York at Oswego awards about 180 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 1,070–1,280 Median Starting Salary $51,812
#64 #64 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. High Point University High Point, NC Each year, High Point University grants about 157 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Communication, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $61,205
#65 #65 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO At the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 42 SAT Score 1,050–1,270 Median Starting Salary $48,348
#66 #66 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Messiah University Mechanicsburg, PA At Messiah University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,130–1,360 Median Starting Salary $56,515
#67 #67 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. George Fox University Newberg, OR At George Fox University, the three most popular college majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,060–1,340 Median Starting Salary $53,449
#68 #68 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN At Indiana University-Bloomington, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Public Administration, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,200–1,420 Median Starting Salary $54,164
#69 #69 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Villa Maria College Buffalo, NY Each year, Villa Maria College grants about 9 degrees to those majoring in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Music Management, Business Administration and Management, General, and Interior Design....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 800–1,110 Median Starting Salary $49,023
#70 #70 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA At California Lutheran University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,160–1,360 Median Starting Salary $52,932
#71 #71 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Hofstra University Hempstead, NY At Hofstra University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Hofstra University grants 100 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,240–1,410 Median Starting Salary $53,501
#72 #72 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Wagner College Staten Island, NY At Wagner College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,150–1,310 Median Starting Salary $56,524
#73 #73 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Loyola University New Orleans New Orleans, LA Every year, Loyola University New Orleans grants about 79 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Music Management, Criminology, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,050–1,240 Median Starting Salary $52,886
#74 #74 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Bob Jones University Greenville, SC At Bob Jones University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,030–1,270 Median Starting Salary $53,435
#75 #75 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Art Center College of Design Pasadena, CA At the Art Center College of Design, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Illustration, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, and Graphic Design....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,252
#76 #76 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Each year, Xavier University awards around 341 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,110–1,330 Median Starting Salary $57,927
#77 #77 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Maryland Institute College of Art Baltimore, MD Every year, Maryland Institute College of Art grants around 90 degrees to those studying Illustration, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,060–1,350 Median Starting Salary $56,250
#78 #78 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Southern Adventist University Collegedale, TN At Southern Adventist University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biomedical Sciences, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Southern Adventist University grants 63 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 980–1,280 Median Starting Salary $53,288
#79 #79 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Lipscomb University Nashville, TN Each year, Lipscomb University awards about 51 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,090–1,350 Median Starting Salary $50,440
#80 #80 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. St Bonaventure University Saint Bonaventure, NY Annually, St Bonaventure University grants around 33 degrees to students studying Accounting, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, Special Education and Teaching, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,090–1,300 Median Starting Salary $56,299
#81 #81 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA At Academy of Art University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#82 #82 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM At New Mexico State University-Main Campus, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score 890–1,130 Median Starting Salary $48,014
#83 #83 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Pace University New York, NY Every year, Pace University grants about 218 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,190–1,360 Median Starting Salary $52,244
#84 #84 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD At Stevenson University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Stevenson University grants 220 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,010–1,190 Median Starting Salary $54,524
#85 #85 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Each year, The University of Tampa grants around 167 degrees to students majoring in Marketing/Marketing Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Criminology, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,100–1,270 Median Starting Salary $54,829
#86 #86 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Lynn University Boca Raton, FL Annually, Lynn University awards about 61 degrees to students majoring in International Business/Trade/Commerce, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 1,050–1,210 Median Starting Salary $50,719
#87 #87 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Kansas City Art Institute Kansas City, MO Annually, Kansas City Art Institute awards around 31 degrees to those studying Illustration, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, Painting, and Graphic Design....view more Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 890–1,230 Median Starting Salary $54,644
#88 #88 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Clayton State University Morrow, GA At Clayton State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Community Psychology, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 890–1,070 Median Starting Salary $48,642
#89 #89 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Every year, Azusa Pacific University awards about 558 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 990–1,300 Median Starting Salary $51,239
#90 #90 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Every year, the University of Central Arkansas grants around 143 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Median Starting Salary $49,290
#91 #91 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Columbus College of Art & Design Columbus, OH At Columbus College of Art & Design, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Illustration, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, and Commercial and Advertising Art....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Median Starting Salary $55,105
#92 #92 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. The University of Montana Missoula, MT Every year, The University of Montana grants around 94 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,080–1,290 Median Starting Salary $49,227
#93 #93 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Annually, Missouri State University-Springfield grants about 259 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,020–1,250 Median Starting Salary $51,235
#94 #94 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Annually, Rutgers University-Newark awards around 199 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,080–1,370 Median Starting Salary $50,891
#95 #95 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Each year, Ohio University-Main Campus grants around 1396 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $52,405
#96 #96 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Every year, Oklahoma City University grants about 102 degrees to those majoring in Adult Health Nurse/Nursing, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Music Performance, General, Dance, General, and Acting....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,140–1,240 Median Starting Salary $53,676
#97 #97 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Anderson University Anderson, IN Annually, Anderson University grants about 43 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 940–1,170 Median Starting Salary $54,277
#98 #98 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Goshen College Goshen, IN Every year, Goshen College grants about 23 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Environmental Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 880–1,110 Median Starting Salary $53,037
#99 #99 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Lee University Cleveland, TN Annually, Lee University grants around 73 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,040–1,270 Median Starting Salary $52,303
#100 #100 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Each year, Pacific University awards about 46 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 940–1,290 Median Starting Salary $54,162
#101 #101 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. CUNY City College New York, NY Every year, CUNY City College grants about 414 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Fine/Studio Arts, General, and Computer Science....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,060–1,280 Median Starting Salary $46,152
#102 #102 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. York College of Pennsylvania York, PA Each year, York College of Pennsylvania grants about 147 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,030–1,240 Median Starting Salary $56,676
#103 #103 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Wayne State University Detroit, MI Every year, Wayne State University grants around 328 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Public Health, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Organizational Behavior Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,070–1,280 Median Starting Salary $48,060
#104 #104 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA At Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,180–1,370 Median Starting Salary $50,421
#105 #105 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia, NY At SUNY at Fredonia, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, SUNY at Fredonia grants 67 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Median Starting Salary $54,693
#106 #106 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, CA At Mount Saint Mary's University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Sociology. In fact, Mount Saint Mary's University awards 172 degrees annually to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 910–1,120 Median Starting Salary $50,605
#107 #107 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Annually, State University of New York at Cortland grants about 186 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,100–1,250 Median Starting Salary $56,811
#108 #108 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Every year, Minnesota State University Moorhead grants around 98 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 980–1,190 Median Starting Salary $54,787
#109 #109 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Southwestern Assemblies of God University Waxahachie, TX Annually, Southwestern Assemblies of God University awards around 55 degrees to those majoring in Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 960–1,130 Median Starting Salary $51,935
#110 #110 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Each year, Oakland University awards around 479 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 920–1,180 Median Starting Salary $50,511
#111 #111 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN At the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Wellness, General, and Digital Arts....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 880–1,080 Median Starting Salary $53,071
#112 #112 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Utah Valley University Orem, UT At Utah Valley University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 970–1,210 Median Starting Salary $50,406
#113 #113 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI At Northern Michigan University, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 990–1,210 Median Starting Salary $53,341
#114 #114 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK At Oral Roberts University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Divinity/Ministry, Psychology, and General. In fact, Oral Roberts University awards 42 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,020–1,260 Median Starting Salary $51,094
#115 #115 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Annually, Western Kentucky University grants about 169 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 970–1,210 Median Starting Salary $50,063
#116 #116 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Long Island University Brookville, NY Annually, Long Island University awards about 402 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,110–1,340 Median Starting Salary $48,134
#117 #117 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO At the University of Missouri-Kansas City, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,060–1,330 Median Starting Salary $48,420
#118 #118 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale, IL At Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, the most popular majors students pursue are Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician, and Trade and Industrial Teacher Education....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 920–1,190 Median Starting Salary $49,666
#119 #119 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Husson University Bangor, ME At Husson University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,210 Median Starting Salary $53,658
#120 #120 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN At Augsburg University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Augsburg University grants 38 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 940–1,190 Median Starting Salary $50,626
#121 #121 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA At California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,010–1,270 Median Starting Salary $48,714
#122 #122 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA At William Penn University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 890–1,110 Median Starting Salary $51,871
#123 #123 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Each year, Lindenwood University awards about 186 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,070–1,270 Median Starting Salary $51,229
#124 #124 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Each year, Southern Oregon University grants around 76 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Education, General, Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,040–1,210 Median Starting Salary $50,450
#125 #125 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. La Sierra University Riverside, CA Each year, La Sierra University grants around 61 degrees to students studying Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biomedical Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Social Work....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 890–1,140 Median Starting Salary $52,018
#126 #126 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of South Alabama Mobile, AL At the University of South Alabama, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Exercise Physiology, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Median Starting Salary $48,591
#127 #127 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Every year, Grand Canyon University grants around 3721 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 66 SAT Score 960–1,150 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#128 #128 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of West Georgia Carrollton, GA Every year, the University of West Georgia awards about 176 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 950–1,130 Median Starting Salary $50,534
#129 #129 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Every year, Southeastern University awards around 205 degrees to students majoring in Divinity/Ministry, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Organizational Leadership, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,030–1,230 Median Starting Salary $52,192
#130 #130 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Each year, Pacific Union College awards around 41 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 42% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,210 Median Starting Salary $53,575
#131 #131 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA At California State University-Dominguez Hills, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 760–950 Median Starting Salary $48,187
#132 #132 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Nevada State University Henderson, NV Annually, Nevada State University grants around 362 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 830–1,070 Median Starting Salary $50,685
#133 #133 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Annually, Jacksonville State University grants about 240 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 940–1,200 Median Starting Salary $49,644
#134 #134 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Every year, Missouri Western State University grants around 91 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 890–1,140 Median Starting Salary $51,167
#135 #135 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 860–1,080 Median Starting Salary $50,521
#136 #136 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Every year, Cornerstone University grants around 46 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Median Starting Salary $52,715
#137 #137 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Maharishi International University Fairfield, IA At Maharishi International University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Holistic Health, Business Administration and Management, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 960–1,220 Median Starting Salary $44,973
#138 #138 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of Mississippi University, MS At the University of Mississippi, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,060–1,310 Median Starting Salary $50,271
#139 #139 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL At Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 850–1,010 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#140 #140 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Universidad del Sagrado Corazon Santurce, PR Each year, Universidad del Sagrado Corazon grants around 137 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $47,863
#141 #141 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Wilmington University New Castle, DE Annually, Wilmington University grants about 137 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $49,456
#142 #142 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. American InterContinental University-Atlanta Atlanta, GA At American InterContinental University-Atlanta, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice and Corrections, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#143 #143 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Vermont State University Randolph, VT Annually, Vermont State University awards about 90 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 860–1,060 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#144 #144 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Weber State University Ogden, UT Annually, Weber State University awards around 380 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Selling Skills and Sales Operations, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 970–1,180 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#145 #145 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas, NM At New Mexico Highlands University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Clinical/Medical Social Work, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 850–1,040 Median Starting Salary $49,180
#146 #146 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. New York Film Academy Burbank, CA At New York Film Academy, the most popular majors students study are Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Acting, and Playwriting and Screenwriting. In fact, New York Film Academy awards 105 degrees every year to graduating Cinematography and Film/Video Production students....view more Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 105 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#147 #147 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Los Angeles Film School Hollywood, CA At Los Angeles Film School, the most popular majors students study are Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management, General, Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other, and Music Theory and Composition....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 94 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#148 #148 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Seattle Film Institute Seattle, WA At Seattle Film Institute, only one major is offered: Cinematography and Film/Video Production....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#149 #149 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Atlantic University Guaynabo, PR At Atlantic University, the most popular majors students study are Computer Graphics, Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design, Animation, Interactive Technology, and Video Graphics and Special Effects....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $45,274
#150 #150 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Miami Dade College Miami, FL Every year, Miami Dade College awards about 457 degrees to those studying Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#151 #151 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY Annually, Fashion Institute of Technology awards around 406 degrees to students studying Fashion Merchandising, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Communication Management and Strategic Communications, Fashion/Apparel Design, and International Marketing....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#152 #152 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. Santa Fe College Gainesville, FL At Santa Fe College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, and Accounting. In fact, Santa Fe College grants 86 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#153 #153 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles, CA At FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, Industrial and Product Design, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 42% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,847
#154 #154 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S. University of the Arts Philadelphia, PA Each year, the University of the Arts awards around 64 degrees to students studying Dance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Music Management, Musical Theatre, Music Performance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 930–1,170 Median Starting Salary $58,523
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About Cinematography and Film/Video Production

Cinematography and Film/Video Production programs prepare individuals to communicate dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through the making and producing of films and videos. Includes instruction in theory of film, film technology and equipment operation, film production, film directing, film editing, cinematographic art, film audio, techniques for making specific types of films and/or videos, media technologies, computer image making, multi-media production, and the planning and management of film/video operations.

Students majoring in Cinematography and Film/Video Production can be awarded a degree up to a Masters degree. On average, 54% percent of men and 46% percent of women make up the degrees awarded across all college campuses. Out of all the US states, California is where degrees in Cinematography and Film/Video Production are most popular. The Median Starting Salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Cinematography and Film/Video Production is $39,600.

Popularity of Cinematography and Film/Video Production Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

Majoring in Cinematography and Film/Video Production, your education could lead you towards different careers. Cinematography and Film/Video Production majors go on to pursue jobs including Producers and Directors and Film and Video Editors which are in high demand. Some of the top paying jobs for Cinematography and Film/Video Production majors include Producers and Directors, Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary and Film and Video Editors.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Cinematography and Film/Video Production majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Cinematography and Film/Video Production majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

5,411

Female Students

2,469 (45%)

Male Students

2,942 (54%)

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Cinematography and Film/Video Production

#1 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

47%

298

1,270–1,410

$57,454

#2 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

65%

159

1,280–1,440

$54,633

#3 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

84%

267

1,080–1,280

$53,969

#4 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

9%

397

1,490–1,560

$48,239

#5 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

33%

75

1,170–1,320

$55,173

#6 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

76%

239

1,110–1,330

$52,076

#7 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

75%

88

1,170–1,370

$53,411

#8 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

76%

61

990–1,180

$57,230

#9 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

69%

77

1,240–1,390

$60,006

#10 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

75%

116

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$53,431

#11 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

45%

88

1,280–1,430

$51,822

#12 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

10%

93

1,440–1,550

$45,934

#13 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

95%

43

1,080–1,240

$51,203

#14 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

80%

120

1,130–1,370

$54,028

#15 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

58%

105

1,030–1,190

$47,021

#16 Best College for Cinematography and Film/Video Production in the U.S.

71%

26

990–1,200