Undergraduate
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
1. Completed application for admission.
- Apply online - $25 (USD) if submitted online
- Apply by mail - $50 (USD) if submitted in paper form
2. Nonrefundable application fee.
- Apply online - $25 (USD) if submitted online
- Apply by mail - $50 (USD) if submitted in paper form
3. A diploma from a United States high school or equivalent program.
Applicants must submit an official transcript/mark sheet from last high school/secondary school attended, showing all years of the student's grades. Home-schooled students may provide correspondence school or other accredited private home school transcript. Prior to enrollment, SCAD must receive proof of completion of the high school/secondary school program (or for home-schooled applicants, correspondence school or other accredited private home school). All transcripts/mark sheets must be in English or accompanied by a certified English translation.
A certificate of General Educational Development from the American Council of Education is considered equivalent to a diploma from a U.S. high school. For applicants from countries other than the United States, SCAD uses the standards established by the National Association of Foreign Student Advisors and the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers to determine the equivalent academic achievement. The Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (Form V) completed with at least five subject areas passed is the equivalent of a diploma from a U.S. high school. For home-schooled applicants, an academic portfolio is also acceptable and may include, but is not limited to, the following:
A certificate of General Educational Development from the American Council of Education is considered equivalent to a diploma from a U.S. high school. For applicants from countries other than the United States, SCAD uses the standards established by the National Association of Foreign Student Advisors and the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers to determine the equivalent academic achievement. The Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (Form V) completed with at least five subject areas passed is the equivalent of a diploma from a U.S. high school. For home-schooled applicants, an academic portfolio is also acceptable and may include, but is not limited to, the following:
- Verification that the home school has been recognized by the state of residence of the applicant.
- Detailed outline of the home-school curriculum, including subject areas studied, time spent on each discipline, and, if applicable, grades awarded. A home-school transcript may fulfill this requirement.
- Writing sample that is academic in nature, but not necessarily a graded assignment or one used for coursework.
- Résumé of classes taken outside the home. If classes have been taken at a college or university, official transcripts are required.
4. Official report of SAT or ACT scores for citizens and permanent residents of the United States.
Official report of SAT or ACT scores for citizens and permanent residents of the United States. To have these scores sent directly to SCAD, applicants should use SAT code 5631 or ACT code 0855 on the test forms.
Architecture applicants: Students applying to the professional architecture program must attain a minimum SAT math score of 540 or ACT math score of 23 in order to be granted regular acceptance. Otherwise qualified applicants to the professional architecture program who have not attained these scores or who are unable to demonstrate an aptitude for the study of mathematics and science may be admitted to the professional architecture program on a provisional basis. One condition stipulates that the student must complete MATH 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and complete MATH 201 and PHYS 201 with a grade of 2.0 or higher in order to pursue the professional architecture degree. The credit hours earned in MATH 101 may be applied as an elective toward credit hours required for the professional architecture degree.
Architecture applicants: Students applying to the professional architecture program must attain a minimum SAT math score of 540 or ACT math score of 23 in order to be granted regular acceptance. Otherwise qualified applicants to the professional architecture program who have not attained these scores or who are unable to demonstrate an aptitude for the study of mathematics and science may be admitted to the professional architecture program on a provisional basis. One condition stipulates that the student must complete MATH 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and complete MATH 201 and PHYS 201 with a grade of 2.0 or higher in order to pursue the professional architecture degree. The credit hours earned in MATH 101 may be applied as an elective toward credit hours required for the professional architecture degree.
5. Demonstration of English proficiency for students whose first language is not English.
Demonstration of English proficiency for students whose first language is not English. (Not required for permanent residents of the United States.)
English is the medium of instruction for all classes at SCAD. In addition to meeting or exceeding all other SCAD admission criteria, applicants must demonstrate English proficiency by providing official minimum scores on one of the following:
For applicants whose native language is English, or whose academic transcripts show extensive study in an institution in which English is the language of instruction, no additional proof of English proficiency is required.
Applicants who meet or exceed all other SCAD admission requirements, but do not demonstrate English proficiency through minimum TOEFL, IELTS, ACTFL or SAT scores, may be admitted to the SCAD English as a Second Language (ESL) program. These students must take a SCAD English language proficiency test to be placed in the appropriate level of ESL. Students must satisfactorily complete the ESL program through Level IV prior to advancing into any academic course of study at SCAD and must continue taking ESL through satisfactory completion of Level VI.
English is the medium of instruction for all classes at SCAD. In addition to meeting or exceeding all other SCAD admission criteria, applicants must demonstrate English proficiency by providing official minimum scores on one of the following:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum scores: (SCAD code 5631)
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum score of at least 6.5.
- American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), “high advanced” score on the writing proficiency portion of the test and “advanced” score on the oral portion.
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) minimum score of at least 500 on the critical reading portion.
- a. 550 on the paper-based test
- b. 85 on the Internet-based test with minimum subject scores of:i. 23 speaking
- ii. 24 writing
iii. 20 listening
iv. 18 reading
For applicants whose native language is English, or whose academic transcripts show extensive study in an institution in which English is the language of instruction, no additional proof of English proficiency is required.
Applicants who meet or exceed all other SCAD admission requirements, but do not demonstrate English proficiency through minimum TOEFL, IELTS, ACTFL or SAT scores, may be admitted to the SCAD English as a Second Language (ESL) program. These students must take a SCAD English language proficiency test to be placed in the appropriate level of ESL. Students must satisfactorily complete the ESL program through Level IV prior to advancing into any academic course of study at SCAD and must continue taking ESL through satisfactory completion of Level VI.
6. Additionally, if applicable, any other documents or materials required to obtain a student visa.
Additionally, if applicable, any other documents or materials required to obtain a student visa.
Official certification of sources and funds. Copy of the first page of the applicant’s passport (requested, but not required). A copy of the first page of the passport for any dependent accompanying the student also is requested. These documents are used to verify correct spelling of names, correct birth dates, and other information vital to student registration.
Official certification of sources and funds. Copy of the first page of the applicant’s passport (requested, but not required). A copy of the first page of the passport for any dependent accompanying the student also is requested. These documents are used to verify correct spelling of names, correct birth dates, and other information vital to student registration.
Supplementary materials
All applicants may submit supplementary materials to enhance their admission files and to be considered for an artistic scholarship. Applicants whose high school or secondary school grade point average is below 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or who did not score at least 1000 on the SAT (math and reading only) or at least 21 on the ACT are strongly encouraged to submit supplementary materials:
- Portfolio, audition or writing submission. The portfolio, audition or writing submission is scored according to a rubric relevant to the type of submission. See undergraduate portfolio guidelines.
- Recommendations. One to three recommendations may be submitted by 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. Recommendations may not come from friends or family members except in the case of a teacher-parent.
- Statement of purpose. The statement should be of no more than 500 words 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.
- Résumé/list of achievements and awards.
- Personal or telephone interview. May be scheduled by contacting the admission department.
Suggested timeline for fall enrollment
Suggested Timeline for Undergraduate Admission
SCAD accepts applications on a rolling basis—students may enter in the fall, winter, spring or summer. Online applications are preferred.The following timeline is suggested for fall enrollment:
Recommended priority deadline for first-time freshman fall quarter admission and scholarship consideration.
May 1
Enrollment fee is due.
June 1
Fall housing reservation fee is due.
Aug. 1
Fall quarter tuition, housing balance and meal plan payment due.
Applications and all supporting documents for winter quarter should be received by Dec. 1; spring quarter should be received by Feb. 15; and summer quarter should be received by May 15.
Exceptions to the general rules of admission may be made for applicants of unusual motivation and ability. Application materials cannot be returned.
Contact Admission
- admission@scad.edu
- Hong Kong/Savannah/eLearning: 800.869.7223 or 912.525.5100
- Atlanta: 877.722.3285 or 404.253.2700
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