Savannah College of Art and Design

It is moderately difficult to get into Savannah College of Art and Design. Savannah College of Art and Design admitted 73% of all applicants in 2021. Out of 15,236 applications received in 2023, 11,079 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to Savannah College of Art and Design, the fee for the application costs $100.

Savannah College of Art and Design Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Savannah College of Art and Design's admissions stats.

Savannah College of Art and Design 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Mean SAT Score	1130
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	72%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	44%
Waitlist	No

Savannah College of Art and Design Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Savannah College of Art and Design.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Savannah College of Art and Design does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Is Savannah College of Art and Design Hard To Get Into?

Getting into Savannah College of Art and Design is moderately difficult. Savannah College of Art and Design evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Savannah College of Art and Design accepted 73% of all applicants, about 11,079 from 15,236 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Savannah College of Art and Design, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Savannah College of Art and Design

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Savannah College of Art and Design

Savannah College of Art and Design has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Savannah College of Art and Design Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Savannah College of Art and Design

Wondering what factors are considered by Savannah College of Art and Design during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with Savannah College of Art and Design for more information on admission factors.

Savannah College of Art and Design 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Savannah College of Art and Design, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Savannah College of Art and Design's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	portfolio/audition for performing arts, riding, writing, or visual arts
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Savannah College of Art and Design?

Students admitted to Savannah College of Art and Design have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6. Savannah College of Art and Design considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Savannah College of Art and Design does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 72% of Savannah College of Art and Design's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 44% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

The mean composite SAT score for a Savannah College of Art and Design student is 1130.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Savannah College of Art and Design students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Savannah College of Art and Design students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

To be most competitive at Savannah College of Art and Design, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Savannah College of Art and Design's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Savannah College of Art and Design students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to Savannah College of Art and Design

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Savannah College of Art and Design. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Savannah College of Art and Design during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Savannah College of Art and Design Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Savannah College of Art and Design?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Savannah College of Art and Design.

Does Savannah College of Art and Design accept transfer credits?

✅ Savannah College of Art and Design accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Savannah College of Art and Design accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Savannah College of Art and Design accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Savannah College of Art and Design accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Savannah College of Art and Design?

✅ Savannah College of Art and Design is not test optional.

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

✅ The acceptance rate for Savannah College of Art and Design is 73%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Savannah College of Art and Design?

❌ Savannah College of Art and Design does not offer early decision.

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