Funding your education at SCAD
A college education is a major investment that will pay tremendous dividends and launch your professional career. Therefore, it requires a degree of planning and could require some sacrifice. If you are passionate about preparing for a creative career, we are committed to helping you develop a plan to finance your SCAD education, and ultimately achieve your dreams.
Roughly 90 percent of our students receive some form of financial assistance. You may qualify as well. Approximately $15 million in institutional scholarships is awarded annually to the entering class. SCAD scholarships range from $1,500 per year to full tuition.
We want to make this process as easy to navigate and as transparent as possible.
To take advantage of the greatest opportunity for financial support, start the admission and financial aid process early.

Cost

Scholarships
Through the office of admission, SCAD administers a number of scholarships for entering students.
Financial aid
Financial aid is made available to qualified students to assist them in paying for their education at SCAD.

Student accounts
Student accounts are managed through the office of the bursar, including billing, receipt and recording of payments for tuition and housing.