Savannah College of Art and Design is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Savannah, Georgia with 15,243 undergraduates. It admits 83% of applicants, costs an average of $50,165 a year after grants and graduates 70% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Savannah College of Art and Design acceptance rate and admissions
Savannah College of Art and Design admitted 83% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 540 to 660, math 490 to 610). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Savannah College of Art and Design application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $100 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Savannah College of Art and Design’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Savannah College of Art and Design tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $42,665 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $18,798 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $66,008 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $50,165 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $50,165 a year after grants and scholarships, $15,843 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Savannah College of Art and Design's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Savannah College of Art and Design graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 70% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $51,635 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,167 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 43% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Savannah College of Art and Design majors and what graduates earn
Savannah College of Art and Design awarded bachelor's degrees in 19 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from human computer interaction ($113,397).
All 19 majors at Savannah College of Art and Design
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human Computer Interaction | 31 | $83,891 | $113,397 | $21,500 |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 330 | $47,874 | $64,076 | $22,156 |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | 60 | $54,048 | $64,052 | $22,733 |
| Apparel and Textiles | 19 | $41,295 | $55,925 | $20,000 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 29 | $37,167 | $48,189 | $22,000 |
| Graphic and industrial design | 643 | $31,174 | $45,923 | $23,833 |
| Graphic Communications | 539 | $25,130 | $43,058 | $23,833 |
| Film and photography | 345 | $28,132 | $41,651 | $23,291 |
| Fine and studio arts | 67 | $29,166 | $41,153 | $25,000 |
| Theater | 134 | $28,101 | $35,177 | $23,167 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | 7 | $28,971 | $26,064 | $23,500 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 253 | n/a | n/a | $23,666 |
| Business analytics and operations research | 101 | n/a | n/a | $23,500 |
| Engineering, general | 57 | $40,355 | n/a | $19,500 |
| Manufacturing Engineering | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Systems Science and Theory | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Historic Preservation and Conservation | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Architectural history | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Savannah College of Art and Design
19 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 19 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic Communications | Master's | 185 | $40,209 | $64,969 |
| Graphic and industrial design | Master's | 163 | $47,276 | $81,999 |
| Radio, TV and digital media | Master's | 136 | $66,143 | $42,464 |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 129 | $54,845 | $50,107 |
| Film and photography | Master's | 103 | $38,167 | $78,283 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Master's | 66 | n/a | $69,403 |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Master's | 37 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 36 | $88,320 | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 36 | $44,224 | $57,850 |
| Engineering, general | Master's | 35 | n/a | n/a |
| Systems Science and Theory | Master's | 34 | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | Master's | 32 | $39,313 | $47,833 |
| Sustainability Studies | Master's | 25 | n/a | n/a |
| Manufacturing Engineering | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 10 | $45,946 | n/a |
| Historic Preservation and Conservation | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Architectural history | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| City and regional planning | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 15,243 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 71% women, 29% men
- 21 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Savannah College of Art and Design?
Savannah College of Art and Design admitted 83% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Savannah College of Art and Design cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $42,665. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $50,165 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Savannah College of Art and Design?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 540 to 660 in reading and writing and 490 to 610 in math, and 21 to 28 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Savannah College of Art and Design test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Savannah College of Art and Design reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Savannah College of Art and Design?
70% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Savannah College of Art and Design graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,635 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.