SCAD Savannah and SCADnow Commencement 2025
Congratulations, SCAD Class of 2025! Celebrate your accomplishments at the SCAD Savannah and SCADnow Commencement ceremonies. The Presidential Conferment of Degrees and Presentation of Degrees ceremonies will take place at the Savannah Convention Center in Savannah.
During the Presidential Conferment of Degrees ceremony, all graduates, faculty, and guests will unite to hear remarks from a guest commencement speaker, outstanding graduates, and SCAD President and Founder Paula Wallace. Graduates will receive their degrees as they cross the stage during the school-specific Presentation of Degrees ceremonies. For those unable to attend in person, all ceremonies will be live streamed on the main commencement page.
Questions? Email graduation@scad.edu.
Schedule of events
Friday, May 30
9 a.m. | Presidential Conferment of Degrees
Savannah Convention Center
Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for all schools.
11 a.m. | Presentation of Degrees ceremony
Savannah Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D
Doors open at 10 a.m.
School of Building Arts
Architectural history
Architecture
Furniture design
Interior design
Preservation design
School of Creative Technology
Immersive reality
Interactive design and game development
Themed entertainment design
School of Film and Acting
Acting
Film and television
Production design
Sound design
Television producing
School of Liberal Arts
Art history
Dramatic writing
Equestrian studies
Writing
11 a.m. | Presentation of Degrees ceremony
Savannah Convention Center, Governor's Ballroom
Doors open at 10 a.m.
Schools of Fashion
Accessory design
Fashion
Fashion marketing and management
Fibers
Jewelry
Sneaker design (SNKR+)
School of Fine Arts
Painting
Sculpture
3:30 p.m. | Presentation of Degrees ceremony
Savannah Convention Center, Exhibit Hall
Doors open at 2 p.m.
School of Animation and Motion
Animation
Motion media design
Visual effects
The De Sole School of Business Innovation
Advertising
Advertising and branding
Branded entertainment
Business of beauty and fragrance
Creative business leadership
Design management
Luxury and brand management
Luxury and fashion management
Service design
Social strategy and management
School of Visual Communications
Illustration
Photography
Sequential art
Visual communication
3:30 p.m. | Presentation of Degrees ceremony
Savannah Convention Center, Governor's Ballroom
Doors open at 2 p.m.
School of Design
Design for sustainability
Graphic design
Graphic design and visual experience
Industrial design
User experience (UX) design
User experience research (UXR)
Unsure which Presentation of Degrees ceremony to attend? View details about SCAD’s academic schools.
SCADnow (eLearning) graduates are invited to participate in Savannah's Presidential Conferment of Degrees and Presentation of Degrees ceremony. All other students can participate in the ceremonies at the SCAD location where they are enrolled.
If you have any questions, email graduation@scad.edu.
Ticket allotment
Each graduate will be allotted two (2) guest tickets for the Savannah Presidential Conferment of Degrees ceremony. Each graduate will be allotted four (4) guest tickets to their designated Presentation of Degrees ceremony.
SCAD does not regulate the private redistribution of tickets and strictly forbids the sale of commencement tickets.
Graduates will receive an email with a link to claim graduation tickets from Tassel (formerly Marching Order) by Friday, May 2.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Graduates
How do I share my commencement moments on social media?
Use #SCADGRAD and #SCAD2025 to share your experience. Be sure to tag and follow @scaddotedu.
When is the deadline to order a cap and gown?
The deadline to order a cap and gown is Monday, April 7, 2025. We encourage students to place their orders ahead of this deadline to ensure they receive them before the ceremony.
Do I need a cap and gown to participate?
A cap and gown are required to participate in the Presidential Conferment and Presentation of Degrees ceremonies.
Where do I submit requests for ADA seating?
For any special seating requests for graduates and guests, email events@scad.edu. Be sure to include your name and SCAD ID number.
When can graduates expect to receive their diplomas?
Graduates will receive a congratulatory letter from President Wallace inside their SCAD diploma cover during the ceremony. The actual diploma will be mailed once spring grades are submitted and the student's graduation requirements are confirmed. Graduates can expect to receive their diploma within 12 weeks of commencement at the mailing address they provided on their graduation application.
Whom do I contact for more information about the ceremonies?
Email graduation@scad.edu.
Can I share with my friends and family?
Yes, your friends and family can livestream graduation on the main commencement page. You can also share your experience using #SCADGRAD and by following @scaddotedu.
Where do I park?
Graduates and guests may bring one car per group. Since parking is limited, alternative transportation (i.e., ferries, SCAD shuttles, and rideshare) is strongly encouraged. Pre-register for parking here. Pre-registration does not guarantee a space. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking at the Savannah Convention Center is $20.
Ferries
Ferries are available from River Street as an alternative method of transportation. The capacity of ferries is limited per trip — please factor in travel time for a prompt arrival. Parking is available at the Bryan Street Parking Garage, 100 E. Bryan St., and the Whitaker Street Parking Garage, 7 Whitaker St.
Are you providing transportation from SCAD?
SCAD will provide shuttles for graduates from all residence halls on commencement day. Additional shuttles will be provided for faculty, staff, and guests from Oglethorpe House. Shuttle services will run from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
City of Savannah garages will be available for parking. The nearest parking for shuttle pickups includes the Robinson Parking Garage at 132 Montgomery St., the Visitor Center at 301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and the Liberty Street Parking Garage at 301 W. Liberty St.*
*The Liberty Street Parking Garage does not have elevators.
What time should graduates plan to arrive?
Graduates should plan to arrive at the venue an hour and a half prior to the start of their Presentation of Degrees ceremony.
Where do I submit requests for ADA seating?
For any special seating requests for graduates and guests, email events@scad.edu. Be sure to include your name, SCAD ID number, and program of study.
FAQs: Guests
How do I share my commencement moments on social media?
Use #SCADGRAD and #SCAD2025 to share your experience. Be sure to tag and follow @scaddotedu.
Whom do I contact for more information about the ceremonies?
Email graduation@scad.edu.
Are you streaming the Presentation of Degrees ceremonies?
Yes, all ceremonies will be streamed live on the main commencement page. A link to the livestream will appear on scad.edu/commencement one hour before the start of each ceremony.
How do I access the ceremony?
The main commencement page will have a livestream of the commencement ceremonies. You can find the link on scad.edu/commencement one hour before the start of each ceremony. Review the troubleshooting guide to ensure a seamless streaming experience.
Who do I contact if I have issues streaming the ceremony (e.g., audio lagging)?
Please refer to the troubleshooting guide if you have streaming issues.
What time should guests plan to arrive?
Doors will open 90 minutes before the 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. ceremonies, and one hour before the 11 a.m. ceremonies.
Where do I submit requests for ADA seating?
For any special seating requests for graduates and guests, email events@scad.edu. Be sure to include your name and SCAD ID number.
FAQs: Presidential Conferment and Presentation of Degrees Ceremonies
Are you streaming the Presidential Conferment and Presentation of Degrees Ceremonies?
Yes, all ceremonies will be streamed live on the main commencement page. Links to the livestream for each school are available on scad.edu/commencement.
What is the Savannah Convention Center’s security policy?
All guests must pass through a metal detector or wand to ensure the safety of guests.
What is the bag policy?
Large bags, including but not limited to backpacks, suitcases, large camera bags, and large purses, are not allowed in the venue. Clutches 4.5 x 6.5 inches or smaller, diaper bags, medical bags, and CLEAR bags no larger than 14 x 14 x 6 inches (two pockets maximum) are permitted. All bags, purses, and packages are subject to inspection before entry to the venue.
Where do I park?
Graduates and guests may bring one car per group. Since parking is limited, alternative transportation (i.e., ferries, SCAD shuttles, and rideshare) is strongly encouraged. Pre-register for parking here. Pre-registration does not guarantee a space. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking at the Savannah Convention Center is $20.
Ferries
Ferries are available from River Street as an alternative method of transportation. The capacity of ferries is limited per trip — please factor in travel time for a prompt arrival. Parking is available at the Bryan Street Parking Garage, 100 E. Bryan St., and the Whitaker Street Parking Garage, 7 Whitaker St.
SCAD shuttles
SCAD shuttles will be available from the Barnard Street side of Oglethorpe House, 201 W. Oglethorpe Ave., outside ClubSCAD. Graduate and guest pickup begins at 6:30 a.m.
City of Savannah garages will be available for parking. The nearest parking for shuttle pickups includes the Robinson Parking Garage at 132 Montgomery St., the Visitor Center at 301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and the Liberty Street Parking Garage at 301 W. Liberty St.*
*The Liberty Street Parking Garage does not have elevators.
Parking at the Savannah Convention Center is limited. Guests and graduates are strongly encouraged to use SCAD shuttles, ferries, or ride-share options.
Parking guidelines
Graduates and guests may bring one car per group. Since parking is limited, alternative transportation is strongly encouraged.
Pre-registration
Pre-register for parking here. Pre-registration does not guarantee a space. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Parking at the Savannah Convention Center is $20.
Additional transportation options
Ferries
Ferries are available from River Street as an alternative method of transportation. The capacity of ferries is limited per trip — please factor in travel time for a prompt arrival. Parking is available at the Bryan Street Parking Garage, 100 E. Bryan St., and the Whitaker Street Parking Garage, 7 Whitaker St.
SCAD shuttles
SCAD shuttles will be available from the Barnard Street side of Oglethorpe House, 201 W. Oglethorpe Ave., outside ClubSCAD. Graduate and guest pickup begins at 6:30 a.m.
City of Savannah garages will be available for parking. The nearest parking for shuttle pickups includes the Robinson Parking Garage at 132 Montgomery St., the Visitor Center at 301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and the Liberty Street Parking Garage at 301 W. Liberty St.*
*The Liberty Street Parking Garage does not have elevators.