Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $30,256 at Seattle University come in 17% above the national median of $25,920 for Film/Video and Photographic Arts programs.
An earnings multiple of 2.0x means the program roughly breaks even in financial terms over ten years. Non-financial factors need to justify the investment.
AI risk is moderate — 44% task exposure — and the 3% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $23,800 debt-to-$30,256 income ratio translates to about 9 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #108 out of 140 programs, Seattle University's financial outcomes for Film/Video and Photographic Arts trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.