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SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Students retention rate 37%
On-time graduation rate 27%

Located in Atlanta, Georgia, SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta is reported to be 27%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For-profit institutions often serve a diverse student population, including many non-traditional students who may face unique challenges in completing their degrees. For comparison, Georgia state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 38% whereas the national average was 64%.

The retention rate of students at SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta is 37% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Georgia is 67%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
The most popular programs at SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta are Recording Arts Technology/Technician, Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other, Cinematography and Film/Video Production. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Recording Arts Technology/Technician

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other

Program Length 12 months
Tuition and Fees $22,815
Books and Supplies $620
Total Cost $23,435

Similar schools that provide the same program:

Cinematography and Film/Video Production

Program Length 16 months
Tuition and Fees $32,035
Books and Supplies $620
Total Cost $32,655

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 85 of freshman students at SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta received on average $6,304 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,304
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 273 85% $5,938 $1,620,966
Other Federal Grant 273 85% $5,938 $1,620,966
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 42 13% $2,383 $100,089
Total Grant & Scholarships 273 85% $6,304 $1,721,055

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta students is 26.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 38.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 24.9%.

26.8%

  • asian 100.0% 4 students
  • African American 25.6% 84 students
  • white 25.0% 5 students
  • unknown 11.8% 2 students
  • hispanic 44.4% 4 students
  • Mixed Race 37.5% 3 students

Service Offerings

SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Veteran Services

  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)