SCAD offers a full university experience in a charming historic environment abundant with parks and near the beautiful beaches of the coastal South. Nearly 70 SCAD facilities, encompassing more than 2 million square feet, are woven into the fabric of one of the largest and most renowned National Historic Landmark districts in the United States.

SCAD has been recognized for adaptive reuse and urban revitalization by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the American Institute of Architects and the International Downtown Association.

The Savannah experience includes championship intercollegiate athletics, a variety of intramurals and numerous student organizations, as well as signature SCAD events such as the Savannah Film Festival, Sidewalk Arts Festival and student Fashion Show.