Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 25%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Savannah State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 74% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 7th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (GA wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Savannah State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $51,654 | $64,798 | -15% | #14 of 14 | #13 | $30,717 |
| Information Science/Studies | $46,840 | $60,183 | -29% | #129 of 148 | #130 | $27,000 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services | $37,751 | $58,382 | -14% | #11 of 15 | #10 | $26,000 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $26,868 | $55,584 | -34% | #45 of 46 | #45 | — |
| Political Science and Government | — | $53,906 | -15% | #459 of 565 | #421 | $31,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $30,195 | $51,430 | -7% | #454 of 660 | #426 | $30,031 |
| Social Work | — | $49,360 | -5% | #303 of 420 | #295 | $27,000 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | $27,763 | $48,594 | -13% | #65 of 82 | #57 | $31,031 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $30,170 | $46,957 | -31% | #1134 of 1176 | #1139 | $27,000 |
| Biology | $26,114 | $45,983 | -20% | #773 of 841 | #766 | $31,000 |
| Sociology | $28,747 | $43,690 | -17% | #408 of 462 | #398 | $28,312 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $38,206 | $42,444 | -44% | #796 of 796 | #796 | $26,000 |
| Marketing | $29,976 | $42,391 | -39% | #511 of 516 | #512 | $31,000 |
| Journalism | $24,310 | $39,677 | -29% | #183 of 187 | #181 | $31,090 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | $23,631 | $39,208 | -22% | #57 of 63 | #58 | $33,000 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | — | $33,175 | -20% | #65 of 68 | #63 | $33,260 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Savannah State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $253,942
- Avg rent near campus: $1,802/mo — vs ~$830/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 31415 (9.1% cap, Savannah)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,064 | $14,785 |
| Room | $7,470 | |
| Board | $2,150 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $17,435 | $28,155 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $7,238 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $7,491 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $10,852 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $12,949 |
| $110,001+ | $13,784 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Savannah State University's top programs commonly pursue.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology