Overview

The interdisciplinary curriculum blends applied creative practice with real-world experience, guiding students to develop their artistic voice while gaining the professional skills needed to thrive in today’s creative economy. Whether you’re training as a teacher, performer, or visual artist, you’ll learn to create, lead, and engage through the arts.

The Visual and Performing Arts degree at Savannah State University is uniquely positioned to support Georgia’s growing demand for creative, culturally competent professionals.

With statewide initiatives emphasizing education-to-career pipelines and the expanding impact of the creative economy, our graduates are prepared to lead in both artistic and community-centered roles.

Students gain transferable skills in:

Creative problem solving and critical thinking

Communication, collaboration, and public presentation

Project and time management

Arts entrepreneurship and leadership

Portfolio and career development

Career Opportunities

Aside from being a performing artist there are many possible career paths for the BFA graduate with a concentration in Performing Arts. Here are some of the possibilities:

Artistic Director

An Artistic Director is a visionary leader who oversees the artistic direction and creative decisions of a theater, dance company, or arts organization, ensuring a cohesive and compelling artistic vision.

Cultural Arts Administrator

A Cultural Arts Administrator is responsible for the management and coordination of cultural arts programs, events, and initiatives, fostering engagement and collaboration within the community.

Casting Director

A Casting Director is responsible for finding and selecting the best actors and performers for a production, using their knowledge and expertise to match talent with the requirements and vision of the project.

Director

A Director is the creative force behind a film, play, or other performance, responsible for guiding actors and crew members to bring a cohesive artistic vision to life.

Arts Business Management

Arts Business Management involves the strategic planning and administration required to successfully operate arts organizations, including budgeting, marketing, and fundraising, to ensure long-term sustainability and success.

Producer

A Producer is responsible for the financial, logistical, and creative aspects of bringing a project to fruition, overseeing budgets, coordinating resources, and collaborating with directors and artists.

Voice-over Talent

Voice-over Talent refers to individuals with exceptional vocal abilities who provide voices for various forms of media, including commercials, animations, films, and audiobooks, utilizing their versatility in tone, delivery, and character interpretation.

Talent Agent

A Talent Agent represents and advocates for actors, musicians, and other performers, leveraging their industry knowledge and network to secure auditions, negotiate contracts, and propel their clients’ careers forward.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Visual Arts

Dance Appreciation

Music Appreciation

Theatre

Acting

Stagecraft

Appreciation and History of Dance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

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

Complete an application for Admission online at Future Tiger and pay the $20 Application Fee (Non-Refundable).

Send us official copies of your SAT/ACT scores from the testing agency.

Submit High School Transcript(s).

An official college transcript (if applicable) from each college attended.

Submit Proof of English Proficiency.

A complete Certificate of Immunization is required for all Transient applicants.

Letter from Sponsor’s Bank.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

16296 USD / year

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Out-of-State

16296 USD / year

≈ 16296 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4176 USD / year

≈ 4176 USD / year

Living costs

Savannah

United States

900 - 1510 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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