Savannah College of Art and Design

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent with a competitive GPA. SCAD typically requires a portfolio demonstrating creative and technical capability, along with standardized test scores (SAT/ACT optional for some applicants).

About This Program

Designed for the creative industries, this program empowers students to imagine, prototype, and direct AI functions while solving real-world design problems through innovation and empathy.

Career Outcomes

Begin Product Analyst career in Entertainment AI with AI technology focus

• 1. AI Product Designer
• 2. Machine Learning Engineer
• 3. Interactive Experience Developer
• 4. AI Ethics Consultant

What You'll Learn

• Design and develop intelligent systems that prioritize user empowerment and ethical considerations in AI applications
• Apply foundational computer science and machine learning principles to solve real-world design challenges
• Create interactive digital experiences and immersive environments powered by artificial intelligence
• Integrate narrative design and storytelling techniques to enhance engagement and meaningfulness in AI-driven applications

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum spans interaction agents, emergent platforms, and real-world professional studio work, focusing on the fundamental principles of curiosity, critical thinking, and taste.

Top Employers

Top employers for graduates with AI and design expertise include technology companies like Google, Apple, Meta, and Adobe, as well as AI research firms and creative technology studios.

Admissions

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent with a competitive GPA. SCAD typically requires a portfolio demonstrating creative and technical capability, along with standardized test scores (SAT/ACT optional for some applicants).

Application Materials

• Portfolio: Required (creative work demonstrating design capability)
• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Transcripts: Official high school transcripts required
• Resume: Optional

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor of Design
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)