r/scad • • Feb 06 '26

Moderator Announcement Announcement regarding “Is SCAD worth it?” posts

37 Upvotes

Hi r/scad,

I have to start with an editorial note. Please excuse the “corporate speak” in the post written below, but it’s the only effective way I can get our point across without sounding too harsh. 😭

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Starting today, the mod team will introduce enhanced moderation for all posts relating to “Is SCAD worth it?” This type of post has always been the most popular topic on this subreddit, but we’ve seen an influx in recent months.

We understand (and myself, from a personal standpoint) how important the financial decisions are for college students and their families. There’s lots of decision-making that goes into it, alongside evaluating SCAD’s ROI. However, making posts on this subreddit about the topic, without any context or personal background, is not a high quality post.

So, we will be introducing moderation criteria for these kinds of posts. We will use this framework as a way to gauge whether a post should be approved (or denied.)

  1. Does the post contain enough/relevant background for subredditors react to? (i.e: intended major/minor, debt information, location, cost of living, etc.)

  2. Does the post contain information about the student’s intended outcome or rough goals of attending SCAD?

  3. Does the post contain any prior research, commentary, or discussion?

Just to reiterate; the intention of the goal is not to silence posts or opinions, but to encourage first-time subredditors and future students to put a little bit more effort into the discussion about SCAD’s costs and ROI.

Thanks all for listening,

– Your mod team.


r/scad • • Feb 16 '25

Moderator Announcement Reminder: Use the search feature before posting “Is SCAD worth it?” questions.

42 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

We’ve noticed an influx of posts asking, “Is SCAD worth it?” over the past few weeks. While we understand that choosing a school is a big decision, this topic has been discussed extensively in past threads.

Before posting, please use the search feature to check out previous discussions. You’ll find a wide range of perspectives that can help you make an informed decision. If you still have specific, new questions that haven’t been covered, feel free to ask—but let’s cut down on duplicate posts to keep the subreddit organized and helpful for everyone.

Thanks for understanding!


r/scad • • 10h ago

Scholarship/Financial Questions Should I reapply and go?

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I (18F) applied to SCAD last year and I've been thinking about doing it again but I wasn't sure. The only reason why I didn't go was because of the cost and that's still the reason why I'm very hesitant. I'm in a lower middle class family and I don't really know how much FASFA, The Hope Scholarship, and having a job will actually cover. I want to go but I don't think it's a good idea and I just really want to ask people who have gone to the school or are in a simple situation like me. Any advice or concerns will be very useful.


r/scad • • 16h ago

Savannah Incoming MA in Motion Media Winter 2027 Online

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hi! I live in Colorado and am getting my MA in Motion Media Design through SCADnow online. I got my BFA in 2018 and have worked in sports and tech industries.

The MOME 502 class was added to my course of study but it's not offered my first quarter so I think I'll be starting with MOME 705. Is anyone willing to share their experience with that class (or any)?

I want to visit Savannah next year, and I'm deciding between summer (I'm from VA and miss the beach) or March because I heard there's usually a motion festival but haven't found any actual information on 2027 yet. Does anyone know when that will be? Is March still good beach weather? When I do visit, is it worth renting a car or is public transportation pretty reliable? (To get around campus/city, beach, airport)


r/scad • • 1d ago

General Questions Looking for batchmates (winter 2027 intake)

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Hi, I’m an incoming MFA in User Experience Design student at SCAD Savannah (Winter 2027) from Mumbai, India. I’d like to ask about student groups or anyone going for their masters at SCAD joining the winter intake 2027.
Any updates would help!


r/scad • • 1d ago

Class Questions Sketching and drawing rant

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Hey yall this is a rant/ asking for any help with this class and professor.

I am taking sketching and drawing with tatnall and am struggling. This is my first time doing a drawing class like this. For context, I am a fashion marketing major. I can see myself growing with the class like I do feel like I’m getting better at drawing however, my professor does not like to expand or explain how he gets certain things like personally I struggle with perspective and horizon line because it’s just really hard for me to translate that in my brain to a piece of paper. And I will ask him for help. I’m like hey I’m feeling really overwhelmed. Where do I start and he’s like just draw your horizon line and so I do that and I feel like that’s all he gives there is no extra feedback. there is no trying to frame it in a different way. I understand that he’s not necessarily going to hold my hand, which is fine. It’s just that every time I feel like I ask a question or try to get clarification I met with the same thing over and over again. And I’m scared. I’m going to fail his class because nothing he’s saying is translating.


r/scad • • 1d ago

Savannah Does anyone know about Wit’s?

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It doesn’t state the payment options on the website. I was wondering it they accepted meal plans and if so for what stuff on the menu. Also idk if anyone’s gotten a coffee there but I want to know the sizes. Like at Dr. B’s they only have a Grande size and not the Venti. Just wondering! I’ll probably check it out anyways when I have time but I was curious if anyone had already gone.


r/scad • • 1d ago

Lacoste SCAD Lacoste Undergraduate Housing

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Hi! I’m planning to attend SCAD Lacoste for Winter 2027, and I’m trying to learn more about the different undergraduate housing options.

I know students live in different houses/buildings throughout the village, but I haven’t been able to find much information about the actual living arrangements.

For anyone who’s attended Lacoste, I’d love to know:
- Which building did you live in?
- How many bedrooms were there?
- How many students per bedroom?
- What was the bathroom situation? (How many bathrooms, shared between how many people, private vs. communal, etc.)
- Did you have a kitchen or common living area?

If anyone has photos of the rooms, I’d love to see those too!


r/scad • • 2d ago

Scholarship/Financial Questions I'd like to help a student that needs a laptop.

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If you are a student that has scholarships or is on financial aid, I have a Chromebook that I am no longer using that I have wiped. I’m not charging anything, it’s a pay-what-you-can situation. I just want to help a student so comment if you'd like one or if you know someone who can use it.


r/scad • • 2d ago

General Questions Professor input

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About to register for winter classes and wanted to know if anyone has any input/experience with professor Jason Marks as they don't seem to have a page on rate my professor. Thanks in advance!


r/scad • • 2d ago

General Questions Film Fest Ticketssss

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(this one's the last one, don't worry)

My trading escapades have left me with like??? a lot of extra and overlapping tickets?? So... I'm gonna try and trade them out. Here's everything I'm lookin to get rid of rn!

Wild Horse Nine

The Lowdown

La Gradiva

SHUDDER: New Face of Horror

Iron Boy

Minotaur

Being Heumann

My Undesirable Friends (Both, 2 for 1 special lol)

Fatherland

Tangles

Bedford Park

Tender Loving Care

Everytime

Misty Green

Josephine

The Liberation

Boundary Waters

Avedon

Mouse

American Doctor

The Huntress

Secret Reading Club of Kabul

Clarissa

Gentle Monster

DUNE Panel (Building Arrakis)

I'm looking for The Invite and Wildwood, but ngl, I'm open to most trades rn.

DM/Comment if you're interested. I'll probably edit this post a few times, but I don't plan on making any new Film Fest posts after this. So!! Farewell!!


r/scad • • 2d ago

Savannah Ticket Swap for SCAD Film Festival

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I have been trying to get at least 2 tickets to Helen Mirren’s film “A Talent for Murder”

My dad is turning 87 this month and Helen Mirren is his favorite actress. I wanted to surprise him for his birthday but I was extremely disappointed when I waited over 45 minutes in the online ticket queue only for it to be sold out already.

I have some tickets to other films and was wondering if anyone would be willing to swap with me for their “Talent for Murder” tickets.

These are the films I have 2 tickets for…

•The Mosquito Bowl
•Elsinore
•Wild Horse Nine
•Paper Tiger
•The Liberation
•Long Day’s Journey Into Night

I would sincerely appreciate anyone who is willing to help. Thank you!❤️


r/scad • • 2d ago

Student Life Christian community at scad?

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I want to know if there is any sort of Christian community at scad specifically at the Savannah location. Scad is my main choice for college right now but i am concerned about having a place and environment for faith. Is there some sort of group or maybe a church nearby campus?


r/scad • • 3d ago

Admissions Do I Have an Honest Chance of Getting Into SCAD?

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I am a visual artist and actor who loves musical theatre.
SCAD has been my dream school ever since I was in 6th grade, and this year as a senior, I want to go all out and do as best as I can this final year so I can fulfill my dream of going here.
I dabble in all kinds of visual art mediums, but I mainly draw traditionally and digitally, while occasionally painting. My art style is slightly stylized realism, and I mainly like to draw people, specifically busts and occasionally full bodies.
In terms of grades, school has been hard for me. I don’t have the best grades, due to mental health issues/conditions and friendship difficulties that messed with my motivation to get up and go to school. My GPA is a 2.3, which I know is very much below average, but SCAD has a very high acceptance rate, and I’m hoping that that does not affect their decision to accept me too much.
Does it seem that I have an honest chance into getting into SCAD, or should I think about applying somewhere else or even doing something other than college after high school?


r/scad • • 3d ago

General Questions Asking SCAD Atlanta students about their experiences with bike-sharing services for a service design class project!

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Hello,

I am a Service Design MA student at SCAD! For a class project, my research partner and I are conducting interviews to understand more about people's experiences using micromobility services (bike-shares and e-scooters offered by companies like Lime and Bird).

We wanted to reach out to students based in Atlanta who have used these services. The interview would be around 60 - 90 minutes via Zoom based on your availability. We are hoping to conduct interviews starting the week of October 11.

If you are interested, please fill out this form: Atlanta Bike-sharing / micro-mobility services Screener – Fill out form

We are only asking for personal information to contact you to schedule an interview - it will not be shared beyond myself and my classmate.

Thank you! And have a wonderful week!


r/scad • • 3d ago

Student Life Studying abroad? Share your experience settling into a new country — 7–10-minute student survey

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Hi everyone! We’re a student research team at SCAD exploring how international students settle into life abroad—from housing and everyday responsibilities to finances, friendships and belonging.

We’re looking for international students living on or off campus to share their experiences. Positive experiences and challenges are equally welcome.

The survey takes approximately 7–10 minutes, and participation is voluntary. At the end, you can also volunteer for an optional 45-minute follow-up interview.

https://forms.gle/tvctCe1goRkwRXPy6

Thanks for considering it!


r/scad • • 4d ago

Savannah Winter Housing

3 Upvotes

Hello!! I am transferring into SCAD for Winter 2027, and I was just wondering when I should hear back about housing? I sent in an application Sept 1 (when it opened) but since I know housing isn't guarunteed, I want to know when I'd hear back about my status so I can also have off-campus back ups.


r/scad • • 4d ago

Student Life Surveyyy

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r/scad • • 4d ago

Savannah Film Fest Trades

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Hi! I have a couple tickets I’ve been looking for, so if anyone is willing to work with me I would appreciate it so much!!!

ISO:
- Backrooms
- Ray Gunn
- Behemoth

I Have:
- The Odyssey
- Hoppers
- Camp Misama
- Producers Panel
- Alec Baldwin
- And Others !!

I’m also open to other offers and just buying the ticket from you :) thanks!!!


r/scad • • 4d ago

Admissions Illustration Portfolio tips

1 Upvotes

So I'm trying to get my portfolio ready to apply for an illustration degree. But I don't know what I should include; observational drawings, mixed, media, etc?. I want the best chance of getting in and though the school has a high acceptance rate I still want to feel assured that I can get in. Any tips on how to organize my portfolio?


r/scad • • 5d ago

General Questions Co-op internships

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I'm currently a sophomore industrial design major and I was interested in landing an internship as soon as possible. I did a co-op engineering internship during high school and loved it a lot, so I know this is something I definitely want to do, but I'm just a little confused on getting started. I've been surfing 12twenty the past few weeks and am about to apply to some spring/summer internships, but how do I know which ones are co-op and which ones are just regular internships? Also, for positions that are off-campus (so essentially all of them that I've seen so far), would I be doing my school via SCADnow, or would I need to travel back and forth every few weeks or something?


r/scad • • 5d ago

Scholarship/Financial Questions Enrollment + housing fee

2 Upvotes

Quick question how did others pay their enrollment and housing fees? Loans, out of pocket, undergraduate waiver, grant pls let me knoww


r/scad • • 5d ago

Savannah The red bus?????

3 Upvotes

is?? the red bus running today??? I need to go to Garvin to finish an assignment but tripshot.. is not showing a single red bus running… help????


r/scad • • 5d ago

General Questions Trading for The Invite!!

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HELLO FELLOW BEES!!

It's me againnnn. I'm down to looking for my last few tickets.

I'm only looking for three things, buttt this post is dedicated specifically to what I'm trading for The Invite!! I'm looking for 1-3 tickets!!

TRADING THESE TICKETS FOR THE INVITE ONLY:

Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma,

La Bola Negra,

Behemoth!,

Club Kid,

Talent For Murder,

Sense And Sensibility,

Test,

Possible Love,

Clarissa,

The Huntress,

The Lowdown,

Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother,

Docs To Watch,

The Liberation,

Ink,

Hoppers,

Forgotten Island,

Mouse,

Furious

I'm also willing to just GIVE you like 8-12 tickets for smaller events for giving me Teenage Sex and Death specifically, but DM me for further inquiry!

Thanks, much love, and GO BEES! <333


r/scad • • 6d ago

Savannah Stuff I've been drawing from the classes

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From the Sketching and Drawing class!