# SCAD - The University for Creative Careers

> The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) is a private, nonprofit, accredited university specializing in art and design education. SCAD offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across locations in Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia; Lacoste, France; and online through SCADnow. SCAD prepares students for professional creative careers.

## About SCAD

SCAD is a comprehensive art and design university offering bachelor's and master's degrees across a broad range of creative disciplines. Its academic offerings span animation, architecture, business, design, fashion, film and acting, fine arts, liberal arts, and visual communication, as well as emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, extended reality, robotics, and interactive design. The future-minded SCAD curriculum engages professional-level technology and advanced learning resources, affording students opportunities for internships, professional certifications, and real-world assignments with corporate partners. SCAD is frequently recognized in top rankings by outlets including The Hollywood Reporter, Art & Object, The Rookies, and Red Dot.

- [Homepage](https://www.scad.edu/): SCAD homepage
- [SCAD at a Glance](https://www.scad.edu/about/scad-glance): Overview of SCAD, its programs, locations, students, and institutional facts.
- [Why SCAD](https://www.scad.edu/admission/why-scad): Overview of the SCAD educational experience and what distinguishes the university.
- [Awards and Rankings](https://www.scad.edu/about/awards-and-rankings): SCAD rankings, awards, and external recognition.
- [Industry Partnerships](https://www.scad.edu/about/industry-partnerships): Information about SCAD's relationships with creative industries and professional organizations.
- [Institutional Effectiveness](https://www.scad.edu/about/institutional-effectiveness): Institutional data and effectiveness information.
- [News and Press](https://www.scad.edu/about/news-press-and-recognition): SCAD news, press coverage, and recognition.
- [SCAD President](https://www.scad.edu/about/scad-president): Information about the university president.
- [SCAD Board](https://www.scad.edu/about/scad-board): Information about SCAD's governing board.
- [Contact](https://www.scad.edu/about/contact): Information on how to contact SCAD


## Locations

SCAD operates in Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia; Lacoste, France; and online through SCADnow. Students can begin their studies in one location and transfer credits to complete their studies in another.

- [All Locations](https://www.scad.edu/locations): Overview of SCAD locations.
- [SCAD Savannah](https://www.scad.edu/locations/savannah): Information about the Savannah campus and its academic and student experience.
- [SCAD Atlanta](https://www.scad.edu/locations/atlanta): Information about the Atlanta campus.
- [SCAD Lacoste](https://www.scad.edu/locations/lacoste): Information about SCAD's location in Lacoste, France.
- [SCADnow Online](https://www.scad.edu/academics/online-learning): Information about SCAD's online learning offerings.

## Academics

SCAD offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, plus more than 75 minors. Programs include B.A., B.F.A., B.Des., M.A., M.F.A., M.Arch., and M.B.I. degrees.


- [Programs Overview](https://www.scad.edu/academics/programs): Complete directory of SCAD undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
- [Academic Schools](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools): Overview of SCAD's academic schools.
- [Minors and Certificates](https://www.scad.edu/academics/minors): SCAD minors and certificate programs.
- [Online Learning](https://www.scad.edu/academics/online-learning): SCADnow online degree and learning options.
- [Academic Calendar](https://www.scad.edu/calendar/academic): Academic calendar and important academic dates.
- [Beyond the Classroom](https://www.scad.edu/academics/beyond-classroom): Experiential and educational opportunities beyond traditional coursework.
- [Pre-College Programs](https://www.scad.edu/academics/pre-college-programs): Programs for students exploring art and design before college.
- [Educator Programs](https://www.scad.edu/academics/educator-programs): Programs and resources for educators.
- [Faculty](https://www.scad.edu/academics/faculty): SCAD faculty information.
- [Academic Catalog](https://www.scad.edu/catalog): Current academic policies, programs, requirements, and institutional information.

### Academic Schools and Programs

**School of Animation and Motion**
Animation (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), motion media design (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), visual effects (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.)
- [School of Animation and Motion](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-animation-and-motion)

**School of Building Arts**
Architectural history (B.F.A., M.F.A.), architecture (B.F.A., M.Arch.), furniture design (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), interior design (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.)
- [School of Building Arts](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-building-arts)

**The De Sole School of Business Innovation**
Advertising (B.A., B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), business of beauty and fragrance (B.F.A.), creative business leadership (M.A., M.B.I.), luxury and brand management (M.A., M.F.A.), social strategy and management (B.F.A.)
- [The De Sole School of Business Innovation](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/de-sole-school-business-innovation)

**School of Creative Technology**
Applied AI (B.Des.), extended reality (B.F.A.), interactive design and game development (B.A., B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), robotics (B.Des.), themed entertainment design (B.F.A., M.F.A.)
- [School of Creative Technology](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-creative-technology)

**School of Design**
Design for sustainability (M.A., M.F.A.), design management (M.A., M.B.I.), graphic design (B.A., B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), industrial design (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), service design (B.F.A., M.A., M.B.I.), user experience design (B.F.A., M.F.A.), user experience research (B.F.A.)
- [School of Design](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-design)

**School of Fashion**
Accessory design (B.F.A.), fashion (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), fashion marketing and management (B.F.A.), fibers (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), jewelry (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), sneaker design (M.A., M.F.A.)
- [School of Fashion](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-fashion)

**School of Film and Acting**
Acting (B.F.A., M.F.A.), film and television (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), music production (B.F.A.), production design (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), sound design (B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), vocal performance (B.F.A.)
- [School of Film and Acting](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-film-and-acting)

**School of Fine Arts**
Painting (B.F.A., M.F.A.)
- [School of Fine Arts](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-fine-arts)

**School of Liberal Arts**
Art history (B.F.A., M.A.), dramatic writing (B.F.A., M.F.A.), equestrian studies (B.A.), writing (B.F.A., M.F.A.)
- [School of Liberal Arts](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-liberal-arts)

**School of Visual Communication**
Illustration (B.A., B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), photography (B.A., B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.), sequential art (B.A., B.F.A., M.A., M.F.A.)
- [School of Visual Communication](https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-visual-communication)

## Admission

- [Why SCAD](https://www.scad.edu/admission/why-scad): Overview of the SCAD educational experience.
- [Admission Information](https://www.scad.edu/admission/admission-information): Undergraduate and graduate admission information.
- [Apply](https://www.scad.edu/admission/apply): Application information and access to the application process.
- [Tuition and Fees](https://www.scad.edu/admission/tuition-and-fees): Undergraduate tuition approximately US$41,000/year; graduate approximately US$42,000/year. Current figures at link.
- [Financial Aid and Scholarships](https://www.scad.edu/admission/financial-aid-and-scholarships): Financial aid and scholarship information. SCAD Federal School Code (FAFSA): 015022.
- [Portfolio and Writing Guidelines](https://www.scad.edu/admission/portfolio-and-writing-guidelines): Portfolio and writing requirements for applicants.
- [Admission Events](https://www.scad.edu/admission/admission-events-near-you): Admission events and opportunities to connect with SCAD.
- [Visit SCAD](https://www.scad.edu/admission/visit-scad): Information about visiting SCAD.
- [SCAD Day](https://www.scad.edu/admission/visit-scad/scad-days): SCAD's open-house event for prospective students, held in Atlanta and Savannah.
- [Chat with a SCAD Student](https://www.scad.edu/admission/admission-information/chat): Chat with a current SCAD student about the admission process and campus life.
- [Orientation](https://www.scad.edu/admission/orientation): New-student orientation information.
- [Admission Calendar](https://www.scad.edu/calendar/admission): Admission deadlines and dates.
- [Request Information](https://welcome.scad.edu/rfi): Request information from SCAD.

## Student Experience

SCAD's student experience includes campus facilities, residence life, dining, health and wellness, student services, transportation, athletics, events, and student involvement.

- [Buildings and Facilities](https://www.scad.edu/life/buildings-and-facilities): SCAD buildings, facilities, and resources.
- [Residence Life](https://www.scad.edu/life/residence-life): Housing and residence life information.
- [Residence Halls](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome/residence-halls): Directory of all SCAD residence halls in Savannah and Atlanta.
- [SCADhome](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome): SCAD's hub for residence life and housing. Phone: 912.525.7000 | scadhome@scad.edu
- [Housing Application and Guidelines](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome/housing-application-and-guidelines): Housing application process, policies, and guidelines.
- [Incoming Students - Housing](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome/housing-application-and-guidelines/incoming-students): Housing information and application steps for new students.
- [Living in University Housing](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome/housing-application-and-guidelines/living-university-housing): What to expect living in SCAD housing.
- [Housing Policies](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome/housing-application-and-guidelines/housing-policies): SCAD housing policies and the Housing License Agreement.
- [Housing FAQs](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome/housing-application-and-guidelines/frequently-asked-questions): Frequently asked questions about SCAD housing.
- [Important Dates](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome/important-dates): Key housing deadlines for Atlanta and Savannah.
- [Continuing Student Housing Registration](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome/continuing-student-housing-registration): Housing sign-up process for returning students.
- [SCADhome Service Hub](https://scadhome.scad.edu): Additional housing details, FAQs, and support articles.
- [International Student Life](https://www.scad.edu/life/international-student-life): Resources and information for international students.
- [Dining](https://www.scad.edu/life/dining): Dining options and information.
- [Health and Wellness](https://www.scad.edu/life/health-and-wellness): Student health and wellness resources.
- [Safety and Security](https://www.scad.edu/life/safety-and-security): Campus safety and security information. The SCAD Department of University Safety provides a layered, comprehensive approach to campus security in partnership with local police, fire, and emergency personnel.
- [Safety Tips](https://www.scad.edu/life/safety-and-security/safety-tips): Personal safety guidance for students living and studying in Atlanta and Savannah.
- [SCAD Security Strategy](https://www.scad.edu/life/safety-and-security/scad-security-strategy): Overview of SCAD's security approach and department.
- [LiveSafe](https://www.scad.edu/life/safety-and-security/livesafe): Free smartphone app for reporting suspicious activity, submitting anonymous safety tips, and accessing campus safety resources in real time.
- [BeeSafe](https://www.scad.edu/life/safety-and-security/beesafe): SCAD's crime prevention program, including SafeTrade (a staffed location for safe online marketplace transactions) and HomeCheck (off-campus safety assessments).
- [Emergency Preparedness](https://www.scad.edu/life/safety-and-security/emergency-preparedness): Guides for tornadoes, hurricanes, severe weather, fire, active shooter situations, suspicious persons or packages, civil unrest, and building evacuations. Includes emergency notification system information.
- [Title IX Office](https://www.scad.edu/life/safety-and-security/title-ix-office): Resources and reporting for Title IX concerns.
- [Annual Security and Fire Safety Report](https://www.scad.edu/sites/default/files/PDF/security-annual-report-2024.pdf): Published annually in compliance with the Clery Act. Daily security logs for Atlanta, Savannah, and Lacoste are also published at the safety and security page.
- [SCAD SafeRide](https://www.scad.edu/life/transportation-and-parking/saferide): Free late-night rides from open SCAD buildings to off-campus residences. Request via the Transportation section of the SCAD mobile app. Savannah service covers the historic district and Midtown; Atlanta service covers residences within three miles of campus.

Emergency contacts:
- U.S. emergencies: 911
- France emergencies: 112
- SCAD Security - Atlanta: 404.253.3333
- SCAD Security - Savannah: 912.525.4500
- SCAD Security - Lacoste: 33.(0)4.90.75.66.32
- SCAD Security email: security@scad.edu
- [Student Services](https://www.scad.edu/life/student-services): Student support services.
- [Student Involvement](https://www.scad.edu/life/student-involvement): Student organizations, activities, and involvement opportunities.
- [Transportation and Parking](https://www.scad.edu/life/transportation-and-parking): Transportation and parking information.
- [Athletics](https://www.scad.edu/life/athletics): SCAD athletics.
- [Events Calendar](https://www.scad.edu/calendar/events): SCAD events and activities.
- [Commencement](https://www.scad.edu/life/commencement): Commencement information.

## Careers and Alumni

SCAD supports students' transition into professional creative careers through career resources and an active alumni network. A 2026 study found that 99% of recent SCAD graduates were employed, pursuing further education, or both within 12 months of graduation.

- [Career Support](https://www.scad.edu/success/career-support): Career preparation, support, and professional development.
- [Alumni Network](https://www.scad.edu/success/alumni-network): SCAD alumni community and resources.
- [Hire SCAD Talent](https://www.scad.edu/success/hire-scad-talent): Information for employers seeking SCAD students and graduates.

## SCAD Community Offerings

SCAD operates multiple shopping, dining, museum, theater experiences as well as festivals that extend the university's educational and creative mission and enrich the local community.

### Museums and Theaters
- [SCAD Museum of Art](https://www.scadmoa.org): SCAD's premier contemporary art museum in Savannah featuring emerging and established international artists. 
- [SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film](https://www.scadfash.org): SCAD's museum of fashion and film in Atlanta.
- [SCADFILM](https://www.scad.edu/scadfilm): SCAD's cinematic arts programming, including the SCAD Savannah Film Festival and related film events.
- [SCADshow](https://www.scadshow.com/): In the heart of midtown Atlanta, SCADshow offers the best in high-quality cinema and live-show experiences. 
- [Trustees Theater](https://www.trusteestheater.com/): Home to the SCAD Savannah Film Festival, as well as a frequent schedule of screenings, concerts, lectures, conferences, and live performances.
- [Lucas Theatre for the Arts](https://www.lucastheatre.com/): A Savannah cultural landmark and event destination.
- [SCAD Box Office](https://www.scadboxoffice.com/): Purchase tickets and passes to world-class programming including film screenings, festivals, theaters, lectures, panels, and more.

### Public Dining
- [Gryphon](https://www.scadgryphon.com/): SCAD's premier dining destination in Savannah's Madison Square offering fresh seasonal offerings. 
- [Art's](https://www.scadartscafe.com/): Art's offers whole-fruit smoothies, salads, paninis, coffee, espresso, and an assortment of healthy grab-and-go snacks and meal bars. 
- [Press](https://www.scadpresscafe.com/): Press, located inside Jen Library, serves up delicious coffee and teas, cold-pressed juices, and assorted pastries. Press Play, an intimate listening lounge featuring a curated, genre-embracing collection of music, is adjacent to the Press counter.
- [Bobbie's Diner](https://www.bobbiesdiner.com/): Bobbie's diner offers classic comfort foods and diner fare with a modern twist.
- [Lucas Café & Pâtisserie](https://www.lucastheatre.com/cafe): Coffee, tea, sandwiches, salads, and pastries in Savannah. 

### Shopping 
- [shopSCAD](https://www.shopscad.com/): Shop SCAD's talented community of artists in Savannah and online. 
- [BAZAAR by shopSCAD] [https://www.shopscad.com/bazaar]: Fashion concept boutique featuring limited-run and one-of-a-kind pieces by SCAD students and alumni, in Savannah.
- [SCAD Art Sales](https://www.scadartsales.com/): SCAD's full-service art consultancy offering distinctive design and curatorial services to a global clientele.
- [SCAD Bookstore](https://www.bkstr.com/savannahstore): Shop SCAD's bookstore Ex Libris in Atlanta, Savannah, and online.

### Festivals 
- [SCAD Savannah Film Festival](https://filmfest.scad.edu/): One of the largest film festivals in the American Southeast, celebrating cinematic achievement across features, shorts, and documentaries with screenings, panels, and tributes to industry luminaries.
- [SCAD TVfest](https://scadtvfest.com/): An annual celebration of the art of television, bringing writers, directors, actors, and showrunners to Savannah for screenings, panel conversations, and exclusive previews of upcoming series.
- [SCAD AnimationFest](https://www.scad.edu/animationfest): SCAD's signature event for all things digital media, SCAD AnimationFest showcases the latest trends, groundbreaking work, and top animated content across film, television, social media, and more. 
- [SCADstyle](https://www.scad.edu/scadstyle): Broaden your blueprint of inspiration with experts in architecture, interiors, fashion, technology, and beyond.
- [SCAD deFINE ART](https://www.scad.edu/defineart): From monumental architectural interventions and site-specific photographic installations to immersive displays of technology and more, witness international creators who are challenging conventions of storytelling and reframing our relationship to media.
- [AI Summit](https://www.scad.edu/aisummit): Experience impactful collaboration and invigorating discussion at innovative panels, roundtable conversations, and a student-led AI Jam. 
- [SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival](https://www.scad.edu/sidewalkarts): SCAD students, alumni, and local high school students collaborate - and compete! - to create ephemeral chalk art masterpieces for the chance to win coveted prizes.
- [SCAD Sand Arts Festival](https://www.scad.edu/sandarts): SCAD's beach-side sculpture competition where SCAD students unite for a chance to win big! Students and alumni compete solo or in teams to delight judges and spectators alike.

## Institutional Information

- [Contact SCAD](https://www.scad.edu/about/contact): General and department-specific contact information.
- [Giving](https://www.scad.edu/about/giving): Information about supporting SCAD.
- [Careers at SCAD](https://www.scad.edu/about/careers-scad): Employment opportunities at SCAD.
- [Accessibility Policy](https://www.scad.edu/accessibility-policy): SCAD accessibility information and policy.
- [Privacy and Terms of Use](https://www.scad.edu/content/privacy-and-terms-use): Privacy and terms information.
- [Terms of Use](https://www.scad.edu/terms-of-use): SCAD website terms of use.
- [Sitemap](https://www.scad.edu/sitemap): Complete SCAD website sitemap.

## SCAD Terminology

- **SCAD**: Savannah College of Art and Design.
- **SCADnow**: SCAD's online learning offering.
- **SCAD Foundation Studies**: The undergraduate foundation sequence in critical thinking and communication.
- **SCAD Museum of Art (SCAD MOA)**: SCAD's museum of contemporary art in Savannah.
- **SCAD FASH**: SCAD's museum of fashion and film in Atlanta.
- **MySCAD**: SCAD's student portal.
- **MyAdmission**: SCAD's admission and applicant portal.
- **SCAD Bee**: A SCAD student.

## SCAD Programs and Initiatives

- [SCADask](https://www.scadask.com/): SCADask is SCAD's applied research studio, generating timely research at the intersection of commerce, creativity, culture, and technology. Includes freely available research reports, case studies, events, and custom research partnerships.
- [SCADamp](https://www.scad.edu/academics/beyond-classroom/scadamp): The SCADamp professional presentation studio prepares creatives to amplify their stories through verbal, visual, and interpersonal communication.
- [SCADhome](https://www.scad.edu/life/scadhome): SCADhome is the university's hub for residence life and housing, and helps students enhance their university experience by promoting a residential environment that supports their educational, artistic, and personal development.
- [SCADpro](https://www.scad.edu/about/industry-partnerships/scadpro): SCADpro is a collaborative design studio that connects current and future art and design professionals with business leaders to find creative and inventive solutions to real-world challenges. 
- [SCADextra](https://www.scad.edu/academics/beyond-classroom): From tutorials on how to perfect award submissions to explorations into potential professional paths, SCADextra offers myriad possibilities each quarter to elevate your academics and achieve your true potential.

## Student Portals and Tools

These resources are primarily intended for current students and applicants.

- [MySCAD](https://my.scad.edu): SCAD student portal.
- [MyAdmission](https://myadmission.scad.edu/): SCAD admission and applicant portal.
- [AI Advantage Portal](https://scad-content.blackboard.com/bbcswebdav/institution/Institution%20Page%20Assets/AI_Advantage_Portal/index.html): SCAD AI Advantage resources.
- [SCAD Mobile App](https://www.scad.edu/mobile): SCAD mobile app information.
- [Student Portfolios](https://portfolios.scad.edu/): SCAD student portfolios.
- [Virtual Tour](https://www.youvisit.com/tour/63040/): Virtual SCAD campus tour.

## Social and Editorial Channels

- [SCADworks Blog](https://www.scad.edu/blog): SCAD editorial and news content.
- [SCADTV](https://www.scad.edu/scadtv): SCAD video content.
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/scaddotedu/)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/AboutSCAD)
- [X](https://x.com/SCADdotedu)
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/scad.edu)
- [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@scaddotedu)
- [Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/scaddotedu)
- [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/edu/school?id=18183)

## Contact

- Email: info@scad.edu
- Phone: 800.869.7223
- [Additional Contacts](https://www.scad.edu/about/contact): Department and office contact information.