Student Life

From The Hive and Victory Village in Savannah to FORTY and FORTY FOUR in Atlanta to the charming ancient dwellings in Lacoste, SCAD residence halls are filled with joy, support, and one-of-a-kind designs. These spaces are outfitted with studios, gaming lounges, study nooks, and exquisite alumni artwork. Premier fitness centers SCADfit in Atlanta, Savannah, and Lacoste, and ClubSCAD in Savannah feature a robust schedule of group classes and private sessions with personal trainers available virtually or on-site.

The SCAD social calendar is packed with open-mic nights, talent shows, exhibitions, and annual traditions like the Masquerade Ball. SCAD Bees find their crew through more than 100 student clubs and organizations dedicated to every pursuit imaginable, including dance, anime, a cappella, and improv. Across locations, diverse student clubs advance academic programming and are affiliated with professional organizations, the LGBTQ+ community, support services, and religious groups. Locally sourced food prepared daily, along with meal kits, produce bundles, and no-hassle pickup options from dining halls, markets, and grab-and-go eateries give students fuel for all of their co-curricular activities.

To ensure all students feel welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to thrive, the SCAD Office of Inclusion offers access to resources and events that foster a culture of equity and inclusivity. Bee Well offers all SCAD students a safe, confidential source for comprehensive care and support for emotional, physical, and social health. Virtual group counseling or in-person individual sessions are led by licensed SCAD counselors, empowering students to explore in nonjudgmental settings and pursue their purpose.

1,000+

events sponsored by residence life each quarter

500+

wellness workshops every year

Complementing Bee Well’s range of services, the 24/7 online personalized platform YOU@SCAD connects students to information, resources, peers, and opportunities. From mental and physical health to friendships, finances, and finding balance, YOU@SCAD helps students refocus, recharge, and set goals.

We were impressed with everything SCAD had to offer our daughter. The wonderful thing about being a SCAD student is all the support the school offers.

DOROTHY MCCOY

SCAD parent

Students also have the opportunity to serve their local communities through SCAD SERVE, which brings together the SCAD community to listen to the needs of neighbors and local leaders, and envision meaningful design solutions that improve the quality of life through four critical areas of need: food, shelter, clothing, and environment. Recent SCAD SERVE projects include the renovated Lofts on Pulaski that offers 22 affordable workforce housing units in downtown Savannah, a “Paint Our Parks” beautification initiative in partnership with the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs and Department of Parks and Recreation, and food deliveries to local families in need.

As part of the SCAD experience, students study and learn in creative spaces designed especially for them, including open lounge areas at Herstand Hall.