Augusta, GA · Savannah, GA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Paine College | Savannah College of Art and Design | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 83.4% | 83.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $14,596 | $40,595 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $14,596 | $40,595 |
| Average Net Price | $1,076 | $28,291 |
| Graduation Rate | 22.0% | 70.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Paine College accepts 83.4% of applicants; Savannah College of Art and Design accepts 83.7%. Paine College's tuition is $14,596. Savannah College of Art and Design's is $40,595. That's a $25,999 difference per year. Paine College graduates 22% of students in 6 years. Savannah College of Art and Design graduates 70%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Paine College. It accepts 83.4% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Paine College has lower published tuition: $14,596 versus $40,595. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Savannah College of Art and Design: 70% of students finish in 6 years. Paine College is at 22%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.