Frequently asked questions

What is required to register for SCAD Summer Seminars?
Participants eligible to register must be current first-year, sophomore, or junior students in high school as of Fall 2026, and must complete the registration form and submit payment online. There are no other prerequisites.

May I attend multiple SCAD Summer Seminars?
Yes. Participants may choose to attend up to two sessions in Atlanta or up to two sessions in Savannah. Participants also may attend separate sessions at each location. The registration fee is US$100 per session. Two consecutive SCAD Summer Seminars sessions will cost an additional $300 fee.

Are payment plans available, or can I make partial payments?
Yes, the registration portal does allow for partial payments to be made over time. A registration fee of US$100 per session is due at the time of registration. The remainder of the payment is due on or before Friday, May 28, 2027.

How do I make payments?
All payments should be submitted online. The program fee must be paid prior to May 28, 2027.

After May 28, program fees must be submitted at the time of online registration.

To complete a payment, please follow these steps:

1. Select "Already Registered" underneath the "Register Now" button at the top of the page.
2. Enter the participant email address used at registration and the confirmation number you received after registration.
3. Select the “Submit” button.
4. Select the "Modify Registration" button under the SCAD Summer Seminars Banner.
5. Click through the pages till you reach the Payment page.
6. Enter the amount you would like to pay.
7. Enter your credit card information and click the "Submit" button.

Does SCAD Summer Seminars offer scholarships? How can I apply for them?
A limited number of scholarships are available but not guaranteed. Participants who excel academically and artistically are eligible to apply. Participants must pay the $100 registration fee, complete the online registration, and upload scholarship materials by Monday, April 12, 2027, to be considered for a scholarship. All scholarship winners will be notified by Wednesday, April 28, 2027.

Do I need spending money?
Participants should bring some spending money in case of emergencies, or if their group wants to go for ice cream, souvenir shopping, etc. during offsite events. SCAD is a cashless university. We recommend bringing a preloaded debit card or gift card to make purchases at university dining halls or cafés. All meals, supplies, and transportation are covered in the cost of the program.

Can mail or packages be sent to residential SCAD Summer Seminars participants?
Receiving mail or packages is discouraged for participants in the SCAD Summer Seminars program. If a parent or guardian needs to get something to a participant right away, call the SCAD Summer Seminars office for assistance.

What happens on Friday?
The SCAD Summer Seminars program ends on Friday. Parents and guests are invited back to campus for Open House to observe their participant's workshops, view participant work, and meet with faculty and staff. Admission staff will be on hand to answer basic admission questions. However, if parents wish to schedule a tour, they may do so on their own by visiting scad.edu/visit.

Is transportation provided from the Airport to campus?
Yes. A complimentary shuttle service is available in Savannah and Atlanta, providing transportation to and from the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport and SCAD Savannah, or the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and SCAD Atlanta. Shuttle service is offered on check-in and checkout days at specific times. Transportation is not provided between SCAD locations.

Does SCAD Summer Seminar have a Medication Policy?
Yes, Participants are not permitted to store or possess prescription medication during the program. All prescription medication must be turned into SCAD staff during check-in. After registering, parents/guardians of participants must also complete a medication form before the start of their session.

Are parents/guardians allowed to enter the residence halls?
Parents of participants are not permitted to enter the residence halls on check-in day or throughout the duration of the program until that session's Friday Open House. During the Friday Open House, parents are allowed to enter their participant's residence hall.