Commencement
SCAD students, alumni, faculty and staff look forward to honoring the newest class of graduates!
Preparing to graduate
All SCAD students must apply for graduation two quarters prior to the quarter in which they expect to graduate, even if they do not plan to participate in the commencement ceremony.
Students are eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony if they submit their application to graduate on time and complete all degree requirements by the end of the final quarter leading to graduation.
SCAD eLearning graduates
SCAD eLearning graduates are included as part of the commencement ceremonies in Savannah. If eLearning graduates wish to be included as part of the Atlanta ceremony instead, they should email [email protected] for more information.
Graduation application deadlines
Fall applications
Monday, September 14, 2020
Winter Applications
Sunday, January 3, 2021
Spring Applications
Sunday, March 21, 2021
Summer Applications
Sunday, June 13, 2021
Launch your creative career
The office of career and alumni success offers extensive career resources, alumni benefits, and networking opportunities to support graduates and help them find their dream jobs.
Ticket information
Tickets are required for entry. Graduating students receive a set number of tickets for family and friends after completing their graduation application and all other requirements. Refer to your location-specific commencement for more details on the number of tickets allocated for your ceremony.
Share your experience
Celebrate commencement on Twitter and Instagram with #SCAD2021.
Guest speakers
Each ceremony features a distinguished guest. From award-winning actor John Malkovich to renowned architect Moshe Safdie, commencement guests share insight and wisdom with new alumni.
Celebrate your SCAD grad with these gift ideas
Après SCAD
Give the gift of an immersive, creative experience designed for SCAD alumni in the South of France.
Contact
912.525.5800
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