Savannah Technical College

What Savannah Technical College does

Savannah Technical College is a public two-year technical college founded in 1929 and operated under the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), a state agency. It serves more than 4,500 credit students each semester across five physical locations in Coastal Georgia — the main Savannah Campus, Liberty Campus (Hinesville), Effingham Campus (Rincon), Crossroads Technology Campus (aviation training), and Fort Stewart Army Education Center — plus online delivery via the Blackboard LMS. The college offers 150+ instructional programs organized into divisions covering Aviation Technology, Health Sciences, Industrial Technology, Business and Professional Services, and General Studies, with notable credentialed offerings including FAA Part 147-certified Aviation Maintenance (one of only eight in Georgia), American Culinary Federation-accredited culinary arts, an Associate of Science in Nursing launched January 2025, and Cybersecurity with Cyber Forensics specialization.

The underlying technology stack is conventional educational infrastructure: Blackboard for course delivery, Banner for student information, Okta for single sign-on, Salesforce/TargetX for admissions, Degreeworks for degree auditing, Upswing for tutoring, and Credentials Inc. for transcripts. The college holds SACSCOC institutional accreditation, plus programmatic accreditations from FAA, ACF, and ADA.

The business model blends three revenue streams: student tuition and fees (described as among the lowest in the region with $25 nonrefundable application fee and NelNet payment plans), state appropriations (less than 33% of operating budget), and private donations/grants through the STC Foundation (responsible for roughly 60% of funding per the institution's own statement, with a $10M capital campaign underway). Continuing education and corporate training provide an additional non-credit revenue stream. Customer segments span recent high school graduates, adult learners, military personnel and families (via Fort Stewart and MyCAA), high school dual enrollees, and regional employers (Gulfstream, JCB, Georgia Power, Memorial Health, Georgia Ports Authority) that anchor apprenticeship and workforce pipelines. Marketing is conducted through a multi-channel mix including the college website, social media across seven platforms, monthly newsletters, campus tours, and annual fundraising galas.

Name

Savannah Technical College

Legal name

Savannah Technical College

Website

https://savannahtech.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1929

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Savannah Technical College is a public two-year technical college serving 4,500+ students across five Coastal Georgia campuses with 150+ credentialed programs in aviation, healthcare, industrial technology, business, and culinary arts, funded through tuition, state appropriations, and private donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Technical and Vocational Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Technical & Digital Skills Training (BPACANAB)

Keywords

• Technical college education
• Career training programs
• Aviation maintenance training
• Nursing education programs
• Workforce development training

Headquarters

HQ city

Savannah

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Student Tuition and Fees: Revenue from tuition and fees paid by students, including the $25 nonrefundable application fee. The college offers some of the lowest tuition in the region with financial aid options including HOPE Scholarship, HOPE Grant, HOPE Career Grant, Pell grants, and military education benefits.
2. State Funding: State of Georgia provides less than 33% of operational budget. The college relies on private investment for the remainder.
3. Private Donations and Grants: Foundation fundraising campaigns, corporate sponsorships, and grant funding. The Campaign aims to raise $10 million. The college's current financial model requires approximately 60% of funds to come from private donations, grants, and other outside sources.
4. Continuing Education and Corporate Training: Non-credit professional education courses, workshops, and customized corporate training programs for business and industry workforce development.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Savannah Technical College is a public two-year technical college that delivers career-focused education through 150+ instructional programs across Aviation, Health Sciences, Industrial Technology, Business and Professional Services, and Public Services. Offerings range from technical certificates of credit and diplomas to associate degrees, delivered on-campus, online, and through dual enrollment for high school students. The college also provides continuing education, customized corporate workforce training, adult education (GED/ESL), and military-affiliated programs across five Coastal Georgia campuses.

Product overview

Savannah Technical College offers a comprehensive portfolio of career-focused technical education programs delivered as a multi-campus institution across Coastal Georgia. The college provides over 150 instructional programs organized into academic divisions including Aviation Technology (FAA-certified maintenance, avionics, structural technology), Health Sciences (nursing, dental, medical assisting, surgical technology), Industrial Technology (welding, automotive, precision manufacturing, electrical), Business and Professional Services (cybersecurity, logistics, business management), and General Studies. Notable branded programs include the Savannah Film Academy (film production), Savannah Culinary Institute (ACF-accredited culinary arts at downtown facility), and comprehensive nursing pathways from nurse aide through ASN/RN. Programs range from short-term technical certificates of credit to associate degrees and diplomas, with delivery modalities including traditional on-campus, evening, online (Blackboard LMS), and dual enrollment for high school students. The college also serves adult learners through GED/ESL preparation and provides continuing education and workforce development training for local employers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Savannah Film Academy: Film crew training program at Savannah Technical College preparing graduates for below-the-line on-set careers in the film industry.
• Savannah Culinary Institute
• Bistro Savoir
• Fort Stewart Army Education Center

Products and services

• Welding & Joining Technology Welding diploma and technical certificate of credit programs covering MIG, TIG, stick, pipe, vertical, horizontal, and gas metal arc welding processes, preparing graduates for manufacturing and industrial welding careers.
• Savannah Film Academy Film production technical certificate program preparing graduates for below-the-line on-set careers in the film industry, covering basic on-set production skills, organizational structure, professional equipment, and on-set procedures.
• Cybersecurity Associate degree and technical certificate programs providing understanding of computer information processing concepts, with specialized Cyber Forensics training, preparing graduates for employment as Cybersecurity Specialists or Information Security Analysts.
• Nursing Programs Comprehensive nursing education pathway including Nurse Aide Certificate, Practical Nursing Certificate, Patient Care Technician Certificate, Geriatric Care Assistant Certificate, and Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) for RN licensure preparation via NCLEX-RN.
• Aviation Maintenance Technology FAA Part 147 certified associate degree and certificate programs in Aviation Maintenance Technology covering Airframe and Powerplant maintenance, the only FAA-authorized aviation maintenance training in Coastal Georgia and one of eight in the state.
• Savannah Culinary Institute American Culinary Federation-accredited culinary arts education at the 7 West Bay Street downtown facility, offering degrees, diplomas, and certificates in culinary arts and baking/pastry arts; recognized as one of the top four culinary programs in the country.
• Aviation Division Comprehensive aviation training division including Aviation Maintenance Technology, Aircraft Structural Technology, Aircraft Assembly, Avionics, and Aircraft Upholstery programs, featuring a 5,000 square foot hangar and state-of-the-art labs at the Crossroads Campus.
• Health Sciences Programs Division offering nursing, dental hygiene, dental assisting, medical assisting, surgical technology, central sterile processing, and phlebotomy programs, including an ADA-accredited Dental Hygiene associate degree.
• Industrial Technology Programs Division covering welding, automotive technology, precision manufacturing, electrical construction, industrial maintenance systems, and construction management programs with hands-on training facilities across Coastal Georgia.
• Business and Professional Services Division offering business management, business technology, accounting, logistics management, marketing management, cybersecurity, paralegal studies, and networking programs at associate degree, diploma, and certificate levels.
• GED/ESL/Fast Forward Adult education programs providing GED/HiSET preparation classes, English as a Second Language instruction, and Fast Forward career pathways for adult learners seeking high school equivalency and job training.
• Continuing Education Professional continuing education and workforce development courses including welding workshops, culinary workshops, driver's education, and MyCAA-approved courses for military spouses, offering short-term training for career advancement.
• Military Education Programs Specialized programs for military-affiliated students including Active Duty Tuition Assistance, MyCAA for military spouses, Veteran Education Assistance, and military-specific programs such as Military Aviation Mechanic for career transition; delivered at the Fort Stewart Army Education Center.
• Dual Enrollment Dual enrollment programs allowing high school students (10th-12th grades) to earn college credit while still in high school, with pathways in cybersecurity, welding, and other technical fields.
• Online Learning Distance education delivery via Blackboard LMS offering day, evening, and online class options for flexible scheduling to accommodate working students and adult learners.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.6% job placement rate for graduates
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Gulfstream Aerospace CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnership with Gulfstream for avionics certificate development (Avionics Installer and Avionics Technician certificates) and aviation manufacturing workforce pipeline. Gulfstream has employed STC graduates including Nelson Guzman as Structural Mechanic. The company has supported aviation programs and expressed that STC graduates are highly motivated and fit their workforce profile.
• Georgia Film AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Savannah Technical College joined as one of four state locations partnering with Georgia Film Academy to develop skilled workforce for the growing film industry. Offers Academy's two-course certification program for on-set film production skills, knowledge of organizational structure, professional equipment, and on-set procedures.
• Lycee des Metiers LautreamontminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Culinary Institute of Savannah established educational exchange partnership with the Lycee des Metiers Lautreamont through agreement by Academy of Toulouse in France. Facilitates educational exchange for STC Baking and Pastry Arts students.
• Armstrong State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Criminal Justice Associate of Science approved as first completely transferable degree between STC and Armstrong. USG Board of Regents and TCSG approved this 65-hour program offering seamless educational pathway for criminal justice students to continue at Armstrong.
• JCB Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014JCB Chairman and CEO John Patterson stated Savannah Tech has been a great partner in their apprenticeship program and they expect STC to be involved in each step of workforce development processes. Partnership supports manufacturing and industrial technology training.
• Georgia Southern UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012Articulation agreement signed between President Kathy Love and Georgia Southern University President Brooks Keel for Logistics Management pathway. Students can complete 74-credit hour associate of science degree in Logistics Management at STC and transfer to Georgia Southern for bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics and intermodal transportation.
• Georgia Power CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGeorgia Power Vice President Cathy Hill stated Savannah Tech is key to economic development because the college works directly with local businesses to meet specific workforce development needs. Georgia Power provides scholarship support for electrical-related programs.
• Memorial University Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCOO and Chief Nursing Officer Mary Chatman noted STC graduates are well-prepared and well-trained. Many non-traditional students bring maturity and life experience that helps them get adjusted to the Memorial culture. Partnership supports nursing and healthcare programs.
• Savannah Economic Development AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormer board chairman David Paddison stated that discussions with potential employers always start with Savannah Tech's ability to scale workforce. Jesse Dillon from SEDA serves as Vice Chair of STC Foundation. Partnership supports economic development and workforce pipeline.
• Army Education Center at Fort StewartcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMilitary education partnership providing courses at Paul R. Smith Army Education Center. Over 200 STC students attend classes at this location. Partnership serves active duty military personnel and their dependents with educational benefits and career transition support.
• Georgia Ports AuthorityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStacy Watson from Georgia Ports Authority serves as At-Large member of STC Foundation Board. Partnership supports logistics and supply chain workforce development for port operations.
• Kia Motors Manufacturing GeorgiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDonation of two Kia Optimas for Automotive Technology instruction at Savannah and Liberty Campuses through KMMC. Partnership supports automotive technology training with modern vehicle technology.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Tulsa Technology Center: Oklahoma technology center district offering similar CTE-style technical programming with FAA-aligned aviation maintenance, healthcare, and skilled trades pathways; functionally analogous area vocational-technical school model.
• Gwinnett Technical College: One of the largest TCSG technical colleges located in metro Atlanta's Gwinnett County, comparable in programmatic scope (150+ programs, healthcare, industrial) but operating in a denser, more urban service area.
• Athens Technical College: TCSG peer college with comparable credit, dual enrollment, adult education, and corporate training offerings structured around the same Technical College System of Georgia governance and funding model.
• Lanier Technical College: Another TCSG member college based in Gainesville, GA, offering a similar multi-campus technical and credit program portfolio spanning aviation, healthcare, industrial technology, and business under shared state governance.
• Southeastern Technical College: TCSG peer in Vidalia, GA with comparable rural service-area profile, offering credential-aligned programs in industrial technology, healthcare, and public services to a similar cost-sensitive student base.
• Southern Crescent Technical College: TCSG college south of Atlanta offering similar credit and continuing education tracks serving dual-enrollment, adult learner, and corporate training audiences under the same state-level operating model.
• Ogeechee Technical College: Sister TCSG technical college located in Statesboro, ~50 miles from Savannah Tech, serving a similar rural Southeast Georgia service area with comparable credit and continuing education programming under the same state funding umbrella.
• Augusta Technical College: TCSG technical college in Augusta, GA with analogous aviation maintenance, healthcare, and industrial technology programs serving a regional employer base anchored by a major military installation (Fort Eisenhower).

Broad incumbents

• ECPI University: Private, for-profit institution with a heavy technology, healthcare, and skilled trades orientation across multiple states; competes for non-traditional adult learners seeking accelerated credentials, but operates a different funding and ownership model than public TCSG schools.
• University of North Georgia: Four-year USG institution with a Dahlonega/D Gainesville campus footprint adjacent to Lanier Tech; competes for dual-enrollment and transfer students within the same regional pipeline that feeds Savannah Tech-style two-year programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SavTech
• Facebookfacebook.com/186258183067
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/savannah-technical-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/savannahtech
• Pinterestpinterest.com/savannahtechcol
• YouTubeyoutube.com/SavannahTechnicalCol

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

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