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Public, 4-Year
Savannah, GA

Savannah State University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in GA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,498

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

27.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$37,981

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Savannah State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Savannah, GA. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,498, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 27.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$21,992

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$7,981

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$57,818

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$137,628

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 27%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Savannah State University is $28,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
63.4%
36.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
85.8%
Hispanic
4.9%
Two or more
3.2%
White
3.0%
International
2.0%
Unknown
0.9%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Asian
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

8

Burglary

2

Theft

1

Assault

1

Robbery

1

Rape

3

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,498

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,238
$30k - $48k$7,491
$48k - $75k$10,852
$75k+$12,949

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$28,000
Pell Grant Recipients64.8%
Using Federal Loans66.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment19.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$7,745
Pell Grant Recipients63.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

70.0%

Success

27.0%

In-State Cost

$5,498

Age 25+ Students

10.2%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

1,883 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Savannah (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Savannah (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Savannah

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,191

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,287

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,445

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Savannah metropolitan area.