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Film/Video and Photographic Arts at University of South Carolina-Columbia

Columbia, SC · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $23,686/yr (-9% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Large (43,700 openings/yr)

ROI 9.5x earnings multiple (3.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #82 of 140 Film/Video and Photographic Arts programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Film/Video and Photographic Arts graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$480K	$481K	$452K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	9.5x	9.5x	8.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.4x	3.4x	3.2x
Probability of Field Employment	41%	37%	28%
DegreeOutlook Score	21	21	17

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$50,752

Out-of-state: $139,736 (3.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$98,128

-93% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,500

11.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$40,191

70% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $23,686/yr, Film/Video and Photographic Arts graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia land near the $25,920 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

A 9.5x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Film/Video and Photographic Arts career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $22,500 against $23,686/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #82 ranking among 140 Film/Video and Photographic Arts programs places University of South Carolina-Columbia in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $23,686-to-$40,191 earnings arc over five years reflects a 70% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of South Carolina-Columbia

University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 61% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, serving a student body of 28,113 in Columbia, SC.

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Top Career Paths

Producers and directors $83,480/yr

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary $80,190/yr

Communications teachers, postsecondary $77,800/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 21/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Film/Video and Photographic Arts at University of South Carolina-Columbia?

At 21/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Film/Video and Photographic Arts programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Film/Video and Photographic Arts at University of South Carolina-Columbia?

The 44% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →