Burbank, CA · Private University
Is New York Film Academy Worth It?
ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data
Key Numbers
10-Year Earnings
$29,633
median, 10 years after enrollment
In-State Tuition
$36,738
per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$36,738
per year
Total 4-Year Cost
$146,952
tuition only (4 years)
ROI Ratio
0.81x
earnings ÷ annual tuition
Graduation Rate
70.9%
6-year graduation rate
Median Debt
$16,000
at graduation
Avg Net Price
$46,420
after aid & scholarships
Earnings vs. Annual Cost
10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition
New York Film Academy graduates earn $15,367 less than the national median of workers with any education level.
What You'd Actually Pay
Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income
Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.
Highest-Earning Majors
Top programs at New York Film Academy ranked by graduate earnings
77 graduates
51 graduates
Earnings shown are 4-year post-graduation medians where available, otherwise 1-year medians.
The Bottom Line
New York Film Academy carries higher costs relative to graduate earnings, warranting careful consideration. Graduates earn $29,633 10 years after starting, $15,367 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $36,738/year, significantly less than the $36,738 out-of-state rate, which substantially improves the ROI picture for state residents.
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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.