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Private for-profit, 4-Year
Savannah, GA

South University-Savannah Online

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

Annual Tuition

$16,546

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

5.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$34,421

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

South University-Savannah Online is a distinguished Private for-profit, 4-Year institution located in Savannah, GA. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,546, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 5.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$66,184

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

15.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$4,421

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$21,974

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$22,236

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 6%

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 South University-Savannah Online is $26,123.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
76.3%
23.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
44.5%
White
34.5%
Hispanic
12.6%
Two or more
3.4%
Unknown
2.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.2%
Asian
0.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.7%
International
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$16,546

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$26,081
$30k - $48k$27,245
$48k - $75k$28,281
$75k+$30,132

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,123
Pell Grant Recipients76.3%
Using Federal Loans68.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment25.5%

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

* 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

23.8%

Success

5.6%

In-State Cost

$16,546

Age 25+ Students

80.0%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

13,212 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.