Nashville Film Institute
Nashville Film Institute is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Nashville, TN. It offers 2 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (8/14/2014 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Nashville Film Institute is Cinematography and Film/Video Production and the 2025 tuition and fees is $21,800. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cinematography and Film/Video Production programs ($29,990). The length of the program is 900 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 3 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Nashville Film Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cinematography and Film/Video Production | $21,800 | $1,000 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $29,990 |
| 2 | Cinematography and Film/Video Production | $37,500 | $3,500 | 60 Hours | 23 Months | $29,990 |
| 3 | Cinematography and Film/Video Production | $20,800 | $4,000 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $29,990 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 60 students attended Nashville Film Institute in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 1 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 8 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 4 (full-time) and 11 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Nashville Film Institute is 86% and the retention rate is 77% at the school.
| Student Population | 60 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 86% |
| Number of Faculty | 9 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 12 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Nashville Film Institute is $21,800
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
38% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $6,463 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $21,800 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,000 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $13,500 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $3,555 |
| Average Financial Amount | $6,463 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Nashville Film Institute offers 1 career programs for 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 5 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 5 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Nashville Film Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 5 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | ✕ | 5 |
| Total | 5 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 60 students have enrolled into Nashville Film Institute. By gender, 45 male and 15 female students are attending the school.
There are 35 White (58.33%), 16 Black/African American (26.67%), 5 Hispanic (8.33%), 4 Asian (6.67%), and 5 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 60 | 45 | 15 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 16 | 14 | 2 |
| Hispanic | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 35 | 25 | 10 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 191 Polk Avenue, Nashville, TN
- 877-627-3456
- School Website
- Online Application
- Financial Aid Information