Design and Applied Arts at South University-Savannah
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South University-Savannah | $26,331* | $34,856 | $35,438* | — |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | $52,694* | $74,666 | $26,354* | 0.50 |
| Georgia Southern University | $39,355* | $48,787 | $26,000* | 0.66 |
| University of North Georgia | $26,823* | $45,470 | —* | — |
| Kennesaw State University | $25,839* | — | $20,500* | 0.79 |
| Savannah College of Art and Design | $23,400* | $38,775 | $27,000* | 1.15 |
| National Median | $33,563* | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta | $11,764 | $52,694 | $26,354 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $5,905 | $39,355 | $26,000 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $5,009 | $26,823 | — |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $25,839 | $20,500 |
| Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah | $40,595 | $23,400 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At South University-Savannah, approximately 72% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in GA. Actual outcomes may vary.