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Motion Picture Institute

Troy, MI·For-Profit·https://www.motionpicture.edu/
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Campus Identity

Very Safe

Motion Picture Institute is a small private for-profit college in Troy, MI. Approximately 53 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 90% acceptance rate. Lake Saint Clair is about 16 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 19 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Motion Picture Institute is a small private for-profit college in Troy, MI. Approximately 53 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 90% acceptance rate. Lake Saint Clair is about 16 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 19 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

90%
Acceptance Rate
29 applications
Test Optional
Test Policy
No test scores required
2024-25 Tuition
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
N/A
Room & Board
53
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
96%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
N/A
Graduation Rate
Selectivity90% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

This school does not require standardized test scores for admission. SAT and ACT submissions are optional.

Campus Lifestyle

Motion Picture Institute is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 17 miles from Pine Knob Ski Resort.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Ski Access

17 miles

Pine Knob Ski Resort

Weather

Cold Climate

42°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Motion Picture Institute students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Pine Knob Ski Resort, 17 miles away with 13 lifts and 80 skiable acres. All are within 28 miles of campus.

Pine Knob Ski Resort

Michigan

17 mi away
80 skiable acres13 lifts
19 mi away
100 skiable acres14 lifts
Mount Holly

Michigan

28 mi away
100 skiable acres13 lifts

Nearby Lake

Lake Saint Clair is 16 miles from campus, giving Motion Picture Institute students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Lake Saint Clair

Lake access within 15.6 miles

16 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Troy, MI

Troy has a cool climate, with winters averaging 24°F in Jan and summers peaking around 73°F in Jul.

24°Jan26°Feb35°Mar47°Apr59°May68°Jun73°Jul71°Aug64°Sep51°Oct40°Nov30°Dec

Station: PONTIAC WWTP · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Motion Picture Institute in MI earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

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Fields of Study

1 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Film/Video and Photographic ArtsCertificate
54 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Certificate54 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Motion Picture Institute located?

Motion Picture Institute is located in Troy, MI. The main campus address is 2040 Crooks Rd, Ste.B, Troy, MI. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Motion Picture Institute?

Motion Picture Institute has an acceptance rate of 90%, making it accessible. Out of 29 applicants, 26 were admitted in the most recent year. 53 students enrolled.

Is Motion Picture Institute the right fit for me?

Whether Motion Picture Institute is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (90% admit rate), cost and financial aid, campus culture in Troy, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Motion Picture Institute against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Motion Picture Institute directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Troy, MI
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 42°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Detroit, MI (DET) · 13 mialso PTK (15 mi), MTC (17 mi)

Location

Troy, MI

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.