Is Nashville Film Institute worth it?
Nashville Film Institute is a private for-profit, two-year institution in Nashville, Tennessee (large city). It awarded 5 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in cinematography and film.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$23,016
Median earnings 4 years after
$32,644
Average net price
$25,472
Completion rate
86%
Completions (2024)
5
Years to pay back
3.1 years
Students (undergrad)
60
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Undergraduate certificate | $22,919 | $34,240 | 59 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Associate | 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 | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 5 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | Associate | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Nashville Film Institute. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Tennessee. Counts under 10 are not published.
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