Experience life as a SCAD sequential art student

At SCAD, students are immersed in an academic environment tailored to up-and-coming sequential artists. The SCAD sequential art program offers state-of-the-art technology, access to top industry professionals, and opportunities to connect with and work for major brands. A range of diverse electives offers students the chance to expand their command of the format, including superhero comics, advanced storyboarding, publishing, cover illustration, sequential art for emerging media, maquette design, and more.

The space to realize your creative vision

SCAD sequential art students learn in a professional studio environment. Whether studying in the fast-paced metropolis of Atlanta or the landscaped courtyards and slow-moving squares of Savannah, you'll enjoy access to the same resources and an inspiring environment.

Premium tools always at your fingertips:

  • Cintiq displays with Mac computers
  • Manga Studio, Font Lab, and Storyboard Pro software
  • Large-format scanners and laser printers
  • Lightboxes and Artograph projectors
  • Paper cutters and cutting tables
  • Adobe Creative Cloud Complete (always up-to-date and free for download)
  • Wide-format inkjet printers
  • Ample studio space for collaborative discussions and larger presentations
  • Printmaking and silk screening studio
  • Homework lab with drawing tables and computers with Cintiq displays
  • Expansive live model drawing studio
Students attend a comic arts panel at SCAD Savannah

A culture for dedicated sequential artists

The student experience at SCAD is crafted to support your passions as a visual artist and storyteller. We encourage students to participate in industry events including Comic-Con International, HeroesCon, New York Comic Con, Dragoncon, and Emerald City Comicon. We also offer in-house events created just for you, including Mini-Comics Expo, Comics Art Forum, and Editors' Day — each connecting your passion and talent with industry professionals. In a culture of sequential art devotees, you'll be right at home.

Make your SCAD experience even more unforgettable

Spend a quarter abroad at SCAD Lacoste, the university's international location, or explore other study abroad trips SCAD offers to gain cultural perspective, add a worldly dimension to your résumé, and draw inspiration from the sights, sounds, and characters of an entirely new setting.

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Celebrate sequential art with the heroes of the industry

SCAD is famous for hosting annual celebrations that showcase our incredible students. Each event draws global press, big name guests, and huge crowds — and they're all here to see you.

Opening night of the 2019 SCAD Savannah Film Festival

SCAD Savannah Film Festival

Each year more than 40,000 people attend the eight-day SCAD Savannah Film Festival. From film screenings to workshops, panels, and lectures, it's the perfect way to get inspired by celebrity guests and make new friends.

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Start the next chapter in your sequential art career

Request more information from The University for Creative Careers, and we'll send you everything you need to take your skills to the next level.