Savannah Tech Joins Statewide Effort to Waive Application Fees, Highlights Growing Career Programs

Effingham student (COASTAL GEORGIA) In an effort to increase access to higher education, Savannah Technical College (Savannah Tech), the premier provider of career-ready technical education and workforce development in Coastal Georgia, is participating in a statewide initiative to waive application fees through the end of March. The move, part of the Georgia Apply to College program, aims to remove financial barriers for prospective students across the Coastal Empire.

The initiative, spearheaded by the Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) in collaboration with the University System of Georgia and the Technical College System of Georgia, focuses on supporting first-generation and underrepresented students. By eliminating application fees, the program seeks to encourage more individuals to explore post-secondary education opportunities.

Savannah Tech is offering this fee waiver for all its programs, including those in healthcare, manufacturing, business, and technology. The college has seen consistent enrollment growth, reflecting the region’s demand for skilled labor.

Among the fastest-growing programs at Savannah Tech are:

Electric Vehicle (EV) Technology: The college is expanding training in response to the increasing demand for EV manufacturing and maintenance.
Aviation: Programs are growing to support the region’s aerospace sector.
Commercial Driving: Expansion of facilities has allowed for increased training capacity.
Cybersecurity: The college is addressing the growing need for digital security professionals.
Culinary Arts: The new Savannah Culinary Institute at 7 West Bay is expected to significantly increase enrollment.
Manufacturing & Robotics: The college’s rebranded Automation and Robotics program is focused on advanced manufacturing skills.
Nursing: Including a new accelerated RN program and expanded facilities.

Savannah Tech is also expanding its physical footprint, with ongoing projects in Liberty and Effingham counties, including new labs and the Jack Hill Conference Center.

Additionally, the college offers programs such as Dual Enrollment, Career+ High School Diploma, and adult education courses, providing multiple pathways for students to achieve their educational goals. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.savannahtech.edu/admissions/apply-online/.

A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, Savannah Technical College (Savannah Tech) is the premier provider of career-ready technical education in Coastal Georgia, offering a comprehensive range of nearly 150 market-driven programs, preparing students for high-demand careers including Aviation Technology, Cybersecurity, Health Sciences, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Automation & Robotics, Information Technology, Culinary Arts, Public Services and more. With campuses in Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties, Savannah Tech serves more than 13,000 credit and non-credit students with a variety of pathways to success, including dual enrollment programs for high school students and specialized support services for military veterans and their families. Beyond academics, Savannah Tech is an economic and community development partner, collaborating with industry leaders to provide customized training programs, assessment services, and continuing education opportunities. For more information, visit www.savannahtech.edu.

Savannah Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas and technical certificates of credit. Questions about the accreditation of Savannah Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Savannah Technical College complies with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.