Savannah State University
Founded 1890
President Kimberly Ballard-Washington (President)
Fees USD 5,484
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Urban
Savannah State University (SSU) is a public HBCU founded in 1890 in Savannah, Georgia — the oldest public HBCU in Georgia. Enrolling 3,500 students in one of America’s most beautifully preserved historic cities, SSU is known for marine sciences, social work, business, and criminal justice programs.
Colleges
- College of Sciences and Technology — Marine sciences programs on the Georgia coast
- College of Business Administration — AACSB-accredited
- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences — Social work and criminal justice
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~55% | In-State Tuition: ~$5,484

