Design a sustainable future
Lead the charge in making the world a more thoughtful place
At SCAD, you will learn how to make the world a more abundant and equitable place by balancing economic prosperity with social wellbeing and a sustainable environment. Our design for sustainability program prepares you for industry leadership with the skills to pioneer organizational change, technological and material innovation, citizen advocacy, and more. You will benefit from our collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, where revolutionary projects with local communities and partnerships with the biggest brands happen every day.
Design for sustainability degrees
Student work
“RAY: Ecofriendly Lifeguard Rescue Board” | Multiple artists View more student work
Creative collaborations
SCAD emphasizes collaboration through opportunities like the award-winning SCADpad micro-housing project where students from 12 different fields reimagined the way we live. Through SCADpro, the university’s in-house design studio, students partnered with Reebok to convert scrap fabric into fashionable looks.
"I find inspiration in those moments when students are struck by a sudden ability within themselves to glimpse into the complexities of life and find some new understanding. Such moments can be earth-shaking."
Scott Boylston | Design for sustainability professorRelated programs
Many design for sustainability students choose to explore related fields while they are here and even take additional courses to complement their primary area of concentration. You can explore new perspectives, harness diverse creative approaches, and develop a unique, well-rounded style through these related programs:
A new era of STEM is here
Reimagine science, tech, engineering, and math at SCAD, home to 29 distinct STEM degree programs, each designated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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