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#1

#1 Best College for Documentary Production in the U.S.

The New School
New York, NY

Each year, The New School awards about 248 degrees to those studying Fashion/Apparel Design, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,170–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$49,833

#2

#2 Best College for Documentary 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, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$54,028

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About Documentary Production

Documentary Production programs prepare individuals to produce nonfiction film and video. Includes instruction in film and video writing, directing, and production; film studies; history of the documentary; research techniques; videography; editing; and business aspects of film production.

Students who are interested in Documentary Production can study up to a Postbaccalaureate certificate. Right now, 83 students are granted some level of degree in Documentary Production around the country each year. More students earn a degree in Documentary Production in New York compared to any other state. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Documentary Production is $39,600.

Popularity of Documentary Production Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying job for Documentary Production majors is Producers and Directors. But, another thing to think about is how many job openings there currently is. A career that is in high need that a degree in Documentary Production can prepare you for is Producers and Directors.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Documentary Production majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Documentary Production majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
8
Female Students
4 (50%)
Male Students
4 (50%)

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