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Seattle Film Institute

Seattle, Washington 98119-1707

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Close-knit campus — outstanding completion rates

Seattle Film Institute is a private urban institution in Seattle, Washington. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 60 undergraduates with a 8:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

89% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $41,429.

Established
1994
Type
Private for-profit film school

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—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
60Students
8:1Student:Faculty
89%Grad Rate
—Earnings 10yr
$41,429Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Seattle Film Institute Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,000
Books & Supplies$740
Total Cost of Attendance$47,496
Average Net Price$41,429
Median Debt at Graduation$13,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$138

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$37,755
$30–48K$40,601
$75–110K$47,354

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

40.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,063

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (5)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

73%

Negative
  • •73% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
60
Gender Split
30% / 70%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
41%

Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Black 15%
Hispanic 12%
Asian 7%
Two+ 8%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate88.9%
Freshman Retention72.7%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SEA Seattle-Tacoma14 mi
PDX Portland OR143 mi
BOI Boise410 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2487 mi · ~71h 51m drive
New York, NY2404 mi · ~69h 27m drive
Hartford, CT2432 mi · ~70h 15m drive
Providence, RI2488 mi · ~71h 53m drive
Albany, NY2355 mi · ~68h 2m drive
Syracuse, NY2233 mi · ~64h 31m drive
Rochester, NY2163 mi · ~62h 29m drive
Buffalo, NY2112 mi · ~61h 1m drive
Philadelphia, PA2375 mi · ~68h 37m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2135 mi · ~61h 41m drive
Harrisburg, PA2285 mi · ~66h 1m drive
Newark, NJ2395 mi · ~69h 11m drive
Washington, DC2324 mi · ~67h 8m drive
Baltimore, MD2330 mi · ~67h 19m drive
Atlanta, GA2181 mi · ~63h drive
Charlotte, NC2283 mi · ~65h 57m drive
Raleigh, NC2364 mi · ~68h 18m drive
Miami, FL2735 mi · ~79h 1m drive
Orlando, FL2549 mi · ~73h 38m drive
Tampa, FL2529 mi · ~73h 4m drive
Nashville, TN1973 mi · ~57h drive
New Orleans, LA2102 mi · ~60h 43m drive
Richmond, VA2354 mi · ~68h drive
Chicago, IL1735 mi · ~50h 7m drive
Detroit, MI1935 mi · ~55h 54m drive
Minneapolis, MN1393 mi · ~40h 15m drive
St. Louis, MO1723 mi · ~49h 47m drive
Kansas City, MO1506 mi · ~43h 30m drive
Indianapolis, IN1870 mi · ~54h 1m drive
Columbus, OH2011 mi · ~58h 6m drive
Cleveland, OH2023 mi · ~58h 27m drive
Milwaukee, WI1689 mi · ~48h 48m drive
Dallas, TX1683 mi · ~48h 37m drive
Houston, TX1893 mi · ~54h 41m drive
Austin, TX1773 mi · ~51h 13m drive
San Antonio, TX1789 mi · ~51h 41m drive
Los Angeles, CA964 mi · ~27h 51m drive
San Francisco, CA682 mi · ~19h 42m drive
San Diego, CA1067 mi · ~30h 49m drive
Seattle, WA4 mi · ~7 min drive
Portland, OR148 mi · ~4h 17m drive
Denver, CO1023 mi · ~29h 33m drive
Phoenix, AZ1118 mi · ~32h 18m drive
Salt Lake City, UT703 mi · ~20h 19m drive
Honolulu, HI2679 mi · ~77h 24m drive
Northern (cold winters, cool summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Seattle-Tacoma (SEA)14 miles
Rental car
21 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
28 min$17-28
Portland OR (PDX)143 miles
Rental car
215 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
286 min$172-286

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