The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) is a private, nonprofit university specializing in arts and design education. Founded in 1978, it operates campuses in Savannah, Georgia; Atlanta, Georgia; Lacoste, France; and online. As a private institution, SCAD relies on tuition, donations, and endowments rather than state funding. This status allows it to set its own curriculum, admission standards, and tuition fees. SCAD is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), ensuring its academic programs meet rigorous standards.
