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Los Angeles Film School

Hollywood, CA·Private for-profit·5,472 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students from lower-income families. freshman retention is below 65%; for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 63% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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5,472
Students
$30,980
Net Price
41%
Grad Rate
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Earnings
10 yr
$25,250
Debt

About This School

Los Angeles Film School is a private for-profit institution located in Hollywood, California with approximately 5,472 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $30,980 per year. The graduation rate is 41%.

The Los Angeles Film School is a private for-profit college in Los Angeles, California, United States. It was founded in 1999 and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The school encompasses the Los Angeles Recording School and offers associate and bachelor's degrees in entertainment industry fields that are taught by experienced practitioners.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — only 42% of students graduate, and the freshman retention rate of just 50% suggests many students leave after their first year, which is a serious red flag worth exploring before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively modest $15,934, meaning those who do finish aren't buried in loans. This school is worth considering only if you've visited the campus, spoken with working alumni, and are confident the hands-on Hollywood setting justifies the $33,130 annual net price — given the for-profit model and low completion rates, do your homework first.

Founded
1999
Setting
Large city
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,540

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts91%
Communications1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Brandon Trost

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Avg Net Price
$30,980
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$30,655
$30–48k$30,952
$48–75k$32,250
$75–110k$31,598
$110k+$37,462

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants63%
Median debt at graduation$25,250

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
41%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
51%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
N/A
after enrollment
Median Debt
$25,250
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$29,700
Female graduates$30,300

Gap: -2% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$25,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$29,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
N/A
after enrollment

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White28%
Black33%
Hispanic/Latino6%
Asian2%
Two or more races8%
American Indian/Alaska Native2%
International2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,472 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Los Angeles Film School

6363 Sunset Blvd

Hollywood, CA 90028

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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