Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah and Atlanta Campus, Georgia

About Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah and Atlanta Campus, Georgia

The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) was established in 1978 by Richard G. Rowan in Savannah, Georgia. It is widely recognized as one of the premier Art and Design institutions in the United States. It has multiple campuses offering degree programs in both Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia, along with study abroad opportunities in Lacoste, France and other international locations. Each location provides a distinct educational experience, and students who choose to study at SCAD have the flexibility to transition between campuses during any academic quarter. More than 17,500 students from all 50 U.S. states and over 120 countries choose to study at SCAD, reflecting its global appeal and diverse academic community. The university employs nearly 1,900 full- and part-time staff, including approximately 700 faculty members. Over 76% of them hold a terminal degree, underscoring the institution’s commitment to academic excellence. SCAD is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Graduate and Undergraduate Degrees. It is licensed by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, and several of its programs are accredited by esteemed organizations such as the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA). Over 99% of students who studied at Savannah College of Art and Design were employed, pursuing further education, or both, within 12 months of graduation. Its alumni have gone on to build successful careers at leading global companies such as Adobe, Microsoft, Spotify, Deloitte, and more.

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