First-year deadlines, 2027–28
| Plan | Deadline | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 1, 2026 | December 15, 2026 |
| Priority deadline Apply by this date for the best chance at aid or a place; later applications may still be read. | December 5, 2026 | January 30, 2027 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | February 1, 2027 | March 13, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: savannahstate.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management | 74 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 54 |
| Journalism | 30 |
| Computer Engineering Technology/Technician | 18 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 16 |
| Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other | 16 |
| Information Science/Studies | 15 |
| Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography | 15 |
Show the other 20 majors
| Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management | 15 |
| Social Work | 15 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 13 |
| Political Science and Government | 13 |
| Developmental and Child Psychology | 12 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 11 |
| Accounting | 11 |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 10 |
| Sociology | 9 |
| Forensic Science and Technology | 8 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8 |
| Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | 7 |
| Chemistry | 3 |
| English Language and Literature | 3 |
| Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician | 3 |
| Biology Teacher Education | 2 |
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 1 |
| Mathematics | 1 |
| Geology/Earth Science | 1 |
| History | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Scholarships named on Savannah State University’s own pages include HOPE Scholarship; Zell Miller Scholarship.
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Basketball, Golf, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Army, Navy
Faith groups
Cru, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, midsize
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Savannah, GA
431,589 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV)
Nearest hub airport
Charleston AFB/International (CHS)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 12.2 of 20
Elevation
18 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
40°F
July high
92°F
Annual snowfall
0.0 in
Days at 90°F or higher
80 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,410 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Savannah College of Art and Design4 mi
- University of South Carolina Beaufort20 mi
- Georgia Southern University50 mi
- College of Coastal Georgia63 mi
- Citadel Military College of South Carolina84 mi
- College of Charleston84 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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