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Savannah College of Art and Design

Savannah, GA · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Savannah College of Art and Design campus
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Admission rate
83%
Accessible
Average net price
$50,165
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
70%
Median earnings
$51,635
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Savannah College of Art and Design is a private nonprofit college in Savannah, GA with 15,243 undergraduates. It admits 83% of applicants, and admitted students average 1173 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $50,165 per year ($46,639 for families earning under $30,000). 70% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $51,635 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
83%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
14,931
Fall 2023
Admitted
12,495
Fall 2023
Yield
29%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing540–660
200800
SAT Math490–610
200800
ACT Composite21–28
136

What Savannah College of Art and Design looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$66,008
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$42,665

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$46,639
  • $30–48k$47,591
  • $48–75k$48,028
  • $75–110k$51,768
  • $110k+$52,866

Get a personal estimate with Savannah College of Art and Design's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
70%
Freshman retention
86%
Median earnings
$51,635
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,167
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
15,243
Student–faculty ratio
21:1
Receive Pell grants
23%
  • White52%
  • Hispanic8%
  • Black13%
  • Asian6%

Savannah College of Art and Design FAQ

What is Savannah College of Art and Design's acceptance rate?+

Savannah College of Art and Design admits 83% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Savannah College of Art and Design?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 490–610 on SAT Math; the average total is 1173.

What ACT score do you need for Savannah College of Art and Design?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–28.

Is Savannah College of Art and Design test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Savannah College of Art and Design?+

In Fall 2023, 14,931 students applied to Savannah College of Art and Design and 12,495 were admitted; 3,651 enrolled.

Does Savannah College of Art and Design consider legacy status?+

No. Savannah College of Art and Design reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Savannah College of Art and Design require an essay?+

Savannah College of Art and Design reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Savannah College of Art and Design cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $66,008 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $50,165.

What is Savannah College of Art and Design's graduation rate?+

70% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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