by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Virginia to review for the 2025 Best Photography Schools in Virginia ranking.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Photography Schools in Virginia list, to help you choose the best school for you. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.
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If you want to learn more about how we derive our rankings, see College Factual's Methodology.
Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the photography degree levels they offer.
Every student who is interested in photography has to take a look at Virginia Commonwealth University. VCU is a very large public university located in the midsize city of Richmond.More information about a degree in photography from Virginia Commonwealth University
Learn about other programs related to Photography that might interest you.
Learn to create a striking portfolio and hone the skills you need to succeed in the world of professional photography with this online digital photography degree from Southern New Hampshire University.
Explore all the Best Photography Schools in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 715 | 56 |
| North Carolina | 710 | 7 |
| Georgia | 690 | 115 |
| Tennessee | 624 | 13 |
| South Carolina | 530 | 0 |
| Louisiana | 489 | 0 |
| Arkansas | 466 | 8 |
Photography is one of 4 different types of Film, Video & Photographic Arts programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film & Video Production | 142 |
| Film/Cinema/Media Studies | 86 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
