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Savannah State University

Public Savannah, GA · Urban · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
27%
Graduation Rate
$37,981
Earnings (10yr)
$8,172
Net Price
2,833
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Overview

Savannah State University serves 2,833 students, with a net price of just $8,172, making it an affordable option for many. This low cost makes it accessible, particularly for those who rely on financial aid. About 68% of students receive Pell Grants, highlighting the university's commitment to supporting low-income students.

Data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights reveals that graduates earn a median income of $37,981 ten years after enrollment. However, the graduation rate stands at only 27%. This suggests challenges for students in completing their degrees and achieving upward mobility. While the earnings potential is reasonable, the low graduation rate raises questions about student support and retention.

Students who thrive at Savannah State are likely those who actively seek resources and support. With programs in Business, Biology, Humanities, Criminal Justice, and Communications, the university caters to a diverse range of interests. Graduates may face a median debt of $28,000, which is significant but manageable when balanced against their average earnings.

Rankings

How Savannah Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation27%Earnings 10yr$38KNet Price$8KRetention75%Median Debt$28KPell Grant Rate68%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$13K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%2472.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1632.7%MOBILITY403.63%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,750
In-State Tuition
$19,043
Out-of-State
$8,172
Avg Net Price
$28,000
Median Debt
68%
Pell Grant Rate
65%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,739
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,033
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,882
Family Income $48K–$75K
$12,597
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$27,494
6 Years After Entry
$33,514
8 Years
$37,981
10 Years
0.74x
Debt-to-Earnings
42%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$27,494 6yr $33,514 8yr $37,981 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

403.63%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1632.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2472.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$45,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.94
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.05
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
2.8%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 75%
Full-Time Faculty 59%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,445
Diversity Index 0.26
First-Gen Students 33%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 23%
Biology & Biomedical 16%
Humanities 12%
Criminal Justice 9%
Communications 7%
Social Sciences 5%
Education 4%
Computer Science & IT 3%