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South University-Savannah
Savannah, Georgia · Private for-profit university
Address: 709 Mall Blvd, Savannah, GA 31406 · Phone: (912) 201-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Jun 2024 · Warning · Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; Dec 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
South University-Savannah is a private for-profit trade school in Savannah, Georgia offering medical assistant programs, accredited by several specialized accrediting bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at South University-Savannah is $26,123 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,421; overall completion rate is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for South University-Savannah; the school does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 61.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $34,270 | $41,600 | $46,870 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $39,095 | $43,489 | $23,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | $39,095 | $43,489 | $23,000 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
South University-Savannah is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Savannah, Georgia. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. It holds accreditation from several bodies depending on program area, including the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The campus's most notable trade offering, based on federal completions data, is its medical assistant programs, with 13 recent completers in that field.
Federal data shows the median debt among graduates is $26,123, and the median earnings 10 years after enrollment is $34,421. The school's overall completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate in Georgia is 49.7%, and no direct comparison is provided. About 61.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, situated in a midsize city setting with an undergraduate enrollment of about 270, offers programs oriented toward healthcare fields such as medical assisting. Given the concentration in medical assistant training, this location may suit students seeking healthcare-related career preparation, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
South University-Savannah's federal data highlights medical assistant programs as its top trade offering, with 13 recent completers. The campus has 2 program families listed overall.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Depending on the program, accreditors include the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 61.9% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Georgia state average completion rate is 49.7%, but a direct comparison for this school is not available.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $26,123, according to federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,421, per federal College Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (912) 201-8000 or visit its website for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
South University-Savannah is a private for-profit school. This distinction can matter because for-profit schools' cost, aid packaging, and outcomes can differ from public or non-profit institutions, so reviewing Scorecard data is recommended.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided for this campus. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration and schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the listed accrediting bodies and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?139579.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules needed to assess career-changer fit. Contact the school directly at (912) 201-8000 to discuss options for adult or working students.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach South University-Savannah at (912) 201-8000 or visit https://www.southuniversity.edu/savannah#location=Savannah, GA for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in the inputs provided. Use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures across schools directly.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.