Company Profile
Savannah College of Art & Design
Company Overview
The Savannah College of Art and Design is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution conferring bachelor’s and master’s degrees in distinctive locations and online to prepare talented students for professional careers. The diverse student body of more than 11,000 comes from all 50 United States, three U.S. territories and more than 100 countries worldwide. The education and career preparation of each student are nurtured and cultivated by a faculty of more than 700 professors with extraordinary academic credentials and valuable professional experience. Through individual attention in an inspiring university environment, and with advanced, professional-level technology, equipment and learning resources, SCAD is uniquely qualified to provide an exceptional education and unparalleled career preparation. SCAD has garnered acclaim from respected organizations and publications; see the latest at www.scad.edu/recognition.
Company History
SCAD's flagship location in Savannah offers a unique univeristy experience in a charming historic environment near the beautiful beaches of the coastal South. Since opening in 1979, the university has grown to occupy approximately 2 million square feet in nearly 70 facilities woven into the fabric of one of the largest and most renowned National Historic Landmark districts in the United States. This urban location includes classrooms, studios, computer labs, darkrooms, galleries, libraries, theaters, residence halls, dining facilities and fitness centers.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
SCAD students, faculty, alumni and staff receive recognition of their talents by:
exhibiting at galleries and through ShopSCAD and Working Class Studio
participating in highly selective film festivals
winning scholarships
publishing material in newsletters, magazines, newspapers and books
receiving offers for internships and apprenticeships
accepting awards from community groups
ranking highly in collegiate, regional and national competitions
appearing on stage and in film
being listed in "Who's Who Among America's Teachers" and Who's Who in American Art
participating in industry events as guest lecturers, speakers, critics and reviewers
selling their work to private collectors and prestigious museums
Benefits
Employee scholarships