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Seattle Film Institute

Seattle, Washington

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B-Value
N/ACampus
B-Academics
C-Admissions
BStudent Life
B-Overall

About

Seattle Film Institute is located in Seattle, Washington. The university enrolls approximately 60 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$33,000
Out-of-state tuition$33,000
Avg aid package$7,280
Students receiving aid41%
Pell grant recipients41%

Seattle Film Institute's tuition is approximately $33,000 to $34,000 per year. Financial aid opportunities include federal and state grants, institutional grants, Pell Grants, FSEOG grants, Federal Direct Student Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, Federal Work-Study, and Veterans benefits. Washington College Grant and Washington College Bound Scholarship are also available through state funding.

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Admissions

Application info

Student–faculty ratio8:1
Test optionalYes
Application fee$100

Seattle Film Institute has an open admission policy, requiring only a certificate of attendance, a high school diploma, or a General Educational Development certificate. The school offers Bachelor of Arts degrees that can be earned in 2.5 years. SFI also offers online info sessions on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 4pm.

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Academics

Graduation rate77%
Retention rate73%
Student–faculty ratio8:1

Seattle Film Institute offers career-focused, hands-on undergraduate and graduate programs. The programs are accelerated and flexible to meet students’ needs and schedules, with options for on-campus, online, or low-residency learning. SFI's programs are designed to give students the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the ever-changing world of film and video.

Outcomes

Loan default (3 yr)11%

SFI programs feature hands-on education and practical experience to provide the groundwork for professional careers. Students learn real-world skills from a faculty anchored by film industry professionals. Every SFI student benefits from the school's commitment to career services and coaching.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
60Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More maleGender ratio
Female 30%Male 70%
53% WhiteRacial diversity
White 53%Black 15%Hispanic 12%Asian 7%Other 13%
Campus housingYes

Seattle Film Institute is located in the Interbay district of Seattle, close to parks, libraries, cinemas, live theaters, and restaurants. The school fosters a collaborative environment where filmmakers, actors, producers, animators, game designers, and composers learn and work together.

Student reviews

Professors

Student

I didn't expect to enjoy the smaller class sizes here as much as I do. The small sized classrooms allows for instructors to easily provide students with the one-on-one help that they need. It's also super easy to get to know your classmates here since you take all of the same classes together for the first year.

About Seattle Film Institute

Seattle Film Institute aims to promote a safe campus environment. The school is committed to maintaining a campus free from violence, threats, harassment, and intimidation. The Front Lobby, First and Second Floor Hallways, Edit Lab, Music Lab, 15th Ave Door and Equipment Cage are monitored by video surveillance.

Information about specific international student support is limited in the provided documents. However, SFI does accept international students and provides information on international student admissions requirements.

Avg faculty salary$66,000

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