Overview

A practice that dates to the Byzantine era, the equestrian world is a massive, modern economic machine supported by legions of professionals in business, marketing, medicine, and sport. At Equestrian Studies at Savannah College of Art and Design, students explore this array of career paths from a state-of-the-art equestrian center amid a climate perfectly suited for year-round riding and stable-side education. With a comprehensive academic program complemented by a national championship equestrian team and a faculty of accomplished riders and coaches, students are prepared for careers across the equestrian spectrum.

Careers in the equestrian arts

Become a horse show manager. Become an equestrian trainer. Become an equine product buyer. SCAD students explore career paths in business, marketing, medicine, and sport in this comprehensive program. SCAD alumni are employed at international equestrian nonprofit organizations and have published and exhibited work as in-demand equine photographers, journalists, and painters.

Launch your career as a professional:

Equestrian events manager
Equestrian trainer
Equine accessories designer
Equine business manager
Equine facilities designer
Equine journalist
Equine marketing specialist
Equine product buyer
Horse show manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Riding
Riding Stabilization
Theory of Riding
Advanced Riding Theory
Forward Seat Riding Methods
Systematic Training of the Horse and Rider
Dressage: Rhythm and Acceptance
Dressage: Self-carriage
Riding the Show Hunter

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-03-25 00:00:00

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More details

SCAD accepts applications year-round for all quarters, so there are no firm deadlines to apply.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Quarter credit hours

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Savannah, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official U.S. high school diploma or equivalent program
Evidence of English proficiency for students whose first language is not English
One to three recommendations may be submitted by professors, teachers, counselors, or community leaders with whom the applicant has had immediate contact. Recommendations should address the applicant's level of commitment, as well as attributes such as creativity, initiative, motivation, character, and academic achievement, to aid in assessing the applicant's reasonable potential for success as a student at SCAD.
Statement of purpose The statement should be no more than 500 words in length and should give an overview of the applicant's academic and personal experience, describing preparation for and commitment to further study at SCAD, as well as educational and professional goals and aspirations.
Portfolio, audition or writing submission

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

41130 USD / year

≈ 41130 USD / year
Out-of-State

41130 USD / year

≈ 41130 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

41130 USD / year

≈ 41130 USD / year

Living costs

Savannah

United States

993 - 1846 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Careers in the equestrian arts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Savannah

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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