C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

Seattle Film Institute

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Seattle, Washington 98119
🌐 https://www.sfi.edu/#fronttable
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 89%
Outcomes
A
86/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
B
65/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Quick Stats

81
Total Enrollment
89%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Seattle Film Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,044,900
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,082/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98121 (3.9% cap, Seattle)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $33,000 $33,000

Financial Aid

64%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
45%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

81
Total Students
28%
Women
42%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 10%
Black 16%
Asian 9%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 42%
25-64 (Adult) 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Seattle Film Institute?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Seattle Film Institute?
Tuition at Seattle Film Institute is $33,000 for in-state students and $33,000 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Seattle Film Institute?
The graduation rate at Seattle Film Institute is 89%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Seattle Film Institute a good school?
Seattle Film Institute has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Seattle Film Institute?
Seattle Film Institute has a total enrollment of 81 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology