Overview

Photography bridges cultural divides to document human history and reflect its beauty. At Photography at Savannah College of Art and Design , you'll frame your own distinct point of view, learning the full spectrum of photography — historic and analog processes through modern and next-generation digital technologies — on the way to launching your creative career. You'll master visual literacy and enhance your personal style with color and composition, boosting your portfolio with opportunities to gain inspiration from exhibitions at SCAD museums and galleries, as well as real-world experience in coveted internships. You'll also have the chance to bolster your photography skills by exploring related creative fields like advertising or graphic design.

Careers in photography

Become a fine art photographer. Become a gallery director. Become an art director. Photography is the art of putting a frame around the world. As a SCAD student, you'll sharpen your skills, both in shooting and in post-processing, and emerge thoroughly prepared to excel in the competitive professional world.Launch your career as a professional:

Advertising photographer
Art buyer
Art director
Digital technician/photo finisher
Documentary photographer
Fashion stylist
Fine art photographer
Gallery director
Studio photographer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Camera Exploration and Technique
Digital Imaging and Compositing
Lighting Applications: From Products to Portraits
Photography Project Seminar
From Large-format to the Digital Sensor

Advanced Digital Imaging

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, Online

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 photography

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

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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