Savannah College of Art and Design

SCAD Savannah, Savannah United States

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About Savannah College of Art and Design

SCAD is a private, nonprofit, accredited university, offering more than 100 graduate and undergraduate degree programs across locations in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia; Lacoste, France; and online via SCADnow. SCAD enrolls more than 18,500 undergraduate and graduate students from more than 110 countries. The future-minded SCAD curriculum engages professional-level technology and myriad advanced learning resources, affording students opportunities for internships, professional certifications, and real-world assignments with corporate partners through SCADpro, the university’s renowned research lab and prototype generator. SCAD has earned top rankings for degree programs in interior design, architecture, film, fashion, digital media, and more. Career success is woven into every fiber of the university, resulting in a superior alumni employment rate. A 2024 study found that 99% of recent SCAD graduates were employed, pursuing further education, or both within 12 months of graduation. SCAD provides students and alumni with ongoing career support through personal coaching, alumni programs, a professional presentation studio, and more. Visit scad.edu.

About Savannah College of Art and Design

SCAD's 100-plus undergraduate and graduate courses are taught on the 10-week quarter system, which mirrors the fast-paced deadlines and frequent feedback of the business world.

Exceptional students from select SCAD programs can maximize their education and enhance their career preparation through GRADpath@SCAD, an accelerated track that propels students to earn both a B.F.A. and M.A. in four years, or a B.F.A. and M.F.A. in five years.

Arts and Humanities (3)

Accessory Design, B.F.A.

Acting, B.F.A.

Architectural History, B.F.A.

Architecture, B.F.A.

Art History, B.F.A.

Dramatic Writing, B.F.A.

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Business and Management (3)

Business of Beauty and Fragrance, B.F.A.

Business of Beauty and Fragrance, B.F.A. (Online)

Fashion Marketing and Management, B.F.A.

Fashion Marketing and Management, B.F.A. (Online)

Social Sciences and Management (3)

Advertising, B.A.

Advertising, B.A. (Online)

Advertising, B.F.A.

Advertising, B.F.A. (Online)

Animation, B.F.A.

Equestrian Studies, B.A.

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SCAD's 100-plus undergraduate and graduate courses are taught on the 10-week quarter system, which mirrors the fast-paced deadlines and frequent feedback of the business world.

Arts and Humanities (3)

Acting, M.F.A.

Architectural History, M.F.A.

Architecture, M.Arch.

Art History, M.A.

Design Management, M.A.

Design Management, M.A. (Online)

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Business and Management (3)

Creative Business Leadership, M.A.

Creative Business Leadership, M.A. (Online)

Creative Business Leadership, M.B. I.

Creative Business Leadership, M.B. I. (Online)

Luxury and Brand Management, M.A.

Luxury and Brand Management, M.A. (Online)

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Social Sciences and Management (3)

Advertising, M.A.

Advertising, M.F.A.

Animation, M.A.

Animation, M.A. (Online)

Animation, M.F.A.

Animation, M.F.A. (Online)

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University information

Applying to SCAD is as easy as 1-2-3. Simply apply, log in, and upload your documents. That's it!

SCAD is on a 10-week quarter system, and applications are accepted at any time throughout the year. There are no deadlines to apply, however, students are encouraged to apply at least six months in advance to allow time to arrange for financial aid, and no later than 30 days prior to the start of their first quarter. Admission results normally take between two and four weeks to be complete. | Funding your creative career with financial aid

Financial aid, including scholarships, grants, federal and private loans, and work-study, is available for students, and SCAD advisers are ready to help you make a financial plan. Scholarships are available for both U.S. and non-U.S. citizens.

Bachelor

GPA

SAT

1080+

ACT

21+

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

85+

Master

GPA

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

85+

SCAD is one university with four global locations in Atlanta and Savannah, Ga.; Lacoste, France; and online via SCADnow. For every pursuit and at each location, SCAD offers a wonderland of physical and digital resources designed to exceed the top studios, startups, and firms SCAD students will go on to lead — from next-level production and post-production spaces for animation, sound design, VFX, film, and more at Savannah Film Studios (the largest and most comprehensive university-owned film studio complex in the U.S.) and the SCAD Digital Media Center to cutting-edge digital textile labs at Number Nine and the advanced digital, robotics, and prototyping tools at The Shed, and so much more.

Student life

On-ground and online, the SCAD International Student Services Office (ISSO) guides students to professional success. ISSO programs, resources, and mentoring begin before studies at SCAD and continue long after graduation. With a calendar that includes cross-cultural events, exhibitions, and educational programming, as well as a wealth of opportunities to get involved, SCAD celebrates international student life and prepares students with the global perspective needed to pursue world-spanning career paths.

With awards from The Hollywood Reporter, the Cannes Film Festival, and the American Institute of Architects, as well as Emmys, Oscars, and Peabodys, SCAD educators are career-making mentors who bring executive experience to the virtual and in-person classroom. While SCAD professors continue to research, publish, and practice in their areas of scholarship, their greatest achievement is your success. You will receive individual attention and work side by side with these highly accomplished educators in small classroom settings. SCAD professors also invite their elite networks into the classroom. Unique-to-SCAD connections lead to coveted student internships and jump-start rewarding careers well before graduation.

The SCAD office for career and alumni success. (CAS) champions students from the first day of class to first jobs and beyond through focused resources, events, and advising. Through the support of a personal adviser, unparalleled opportunities, and a network of more than 50,000 alumni and creative leaders, SCAD's alumni employment rate is 99%, according to a study of Spring 2021 graduates who were employed, pursuing further education, or both within 10 months of graduation.

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.