Atlanta, GA

Reception: +1 (404) 526-9366
Fax: +1 (404) 526-9367
Email: atlanta@sae.edu
215 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 Follow Atlanta, GA campus

About the Campus

SAE Institute Atlanta Students: Due to the evolving COVID-19 Pandemic, all on-campus classes are temporarily being held online until further notice. Follow all recent updates here. 

SAE Institute Atlanta

SAE Institute Atlanta is located in the heart of Georgia’s largest and capital city. SAE Institute Atlanta opened its doors in 2007 and has grown year over year to be a leading higher educational institution within the Atlanta metro. According to The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), Georgia went from being one of the best film locations in the world, to being the #1 location for film and entertainment; making Atlanta an ideal location for students to learn all about entertainment and the growing film industry.  

SAE Institute Atlanta occupies over 35,000 square feet of space in the historic Cornerstone Building in the heart of downtown Atlanta.  Our studios were built by world-renowned studio builder Michael Cronin.  The campus includes over 20 studios and workstations and a 5.1 surround sound theater featuring a Pro Tools HD system.

The facility also features an SSL 4000G+ 48-channel analog console, an Avid Icon control surface, a Mackie analog 8-bus analog console, a Yamaha O2R digital console, and multiple other consoles and processors by Mackie, Lexicon, Focusrite, TC Electronics, and PreSonus...just to name a few.

All of the studios are outfitted with Avid Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Native Instruments Komplete, and more. 

 

Programs & Tuition

Programs Offered

If you are interested in audio engineering or film schools in Atlanta, SAE Institute has got you covered. Below are the programs offered at SAE Institute Atlanta, including the tuition and fees associated with those programs. If there is a program that interests you, head over to our Admission page to learn more today. 

Tuition and Fees

Audio Associate of Applied Science Degree

Tuition: $31,800.32
Technology Package: $1399.00
Technology Fee: $899.00
Administrative Fee: $200.00

Total:

$34,298.32

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Audio Diploma

Tuition: $22,000.00
Technology Package: $1399.00
Technology Fee: $674.25
Administrative Fee: $200.00

Total:

$24,273.25

Calculate the estimated cost of attendance with the Net Price Calculator.
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Digital Film Associate of Applied Science Degree

Tuition: $31,000.32
Technology Package: $620.00
Technology Fee: $1,699.00
Administrative Fee $200.00

Total:

$34,179.32

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Entertainment Business Associate of Science Degree

Tuition: $31,800.32
Technology Package: $1399.00
Technology Fee: $899.00
Administrative Fee: $200.00

Total:

$34,179.32

Calculate the estimated cost of attendance with the Net Price Calculator.
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Entertainment Business Diploma

Tuition: $22,000.00
Technology Package: $1,280.00
Technology Fee: $674.25
Administrative Fee: $200.00

Total:

$24,154.25

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About the area

About Atlanta

Atlanta is Georgia's largest and capital city and offers residents and visitors a variety of things to do. Atlanta has it all: beautiful museums, awesome music venues, majestic theaters and major professional sports teams. Residents and visitors alike have the option to take in an Atlanta Falcons, Hawks or Braves game when in season. Atlanta has a thriving restaurant scene with new and exciting concepts opening all the time. Atlanta is one of the South's largest cities so there will never be a shortage of things to experience. From the World of Coca-Cola to Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial to Georgia Aquarium to shopping in Little 5 Points to the Atlanta Zoo people of all ages can enjoy what Atlanta has to offer.

According to The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), for over 40 years Georgia has been labeled as one of the best film locations in the world. With its temperate climate, a great variety of locations, the world’s second busiest airport, a large crew base, and pro-business focus, Georgia is now a leading destination in the world for filming. Atlanta is the home to television shows and movies such as Vampire Diaries, The Walking Dead, Anchorman 2, The Internship, and Wanderlust. There are tons of opportunities for people watching and celebrity sightings.

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Key attractions

Downtown/Midtown 

Old 4th Ward

Little 5 Points

East Atlanta Village

Additional links and resources

Local Services in Atlanta

Emergency Services

In an emergency call: 911 (Ambulance, Fire, Police)
Poisons advice: 1.800.222.1222
City of Atlanta Non-Emergency: 404.614.6544

Legal Services

Atlanta Legal Aid
Georgia Legal Services Program

Accessing Money

There are numerous banks and Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) in Atlanta. Bank operating hours and days may vary, depending on the institution. ATMs are accessible 24 hours a day. Below is a list of popular banks.

Hospitals

Places of Worship

Transportation

Atlanta Transportation

Public transport

To get around the City of Atlanta there is M.A.R.T.A - Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority.
You can call  404.848.5000 or visit M.A.R.T.A web site to find route and schedule information.
SAE Atlanta on the red and gold line Peachtree Center Station stop on M.A.R.T.A.

Getting Around Outside of the City of Atlanta

Parking

There are several parking decks and lots surrounding the Atlanta campus. Prices range from $3-$20 and monthly parking passes can be purchased from individual parking authorities. Learn about various parking decks.

Taxis

Housing Options

Housing Options in Atlanta

if you don't already live in Atlanta, there are a number of accommodation options if you choose to study here. The following options accommodate all price points to ensure you find the right housing solution for your situation.

Hotel Options While Visiting SAE Atlanta

  • Hyatt Regency Atlanta
  • Barclay Hotel Atlanta Downtown
  • Sheraton Atlanta Hotel

Living Options While Attending SAE Atlanta

"Dorm-Like" Options:

While SAE Institute Atlanta does not offer traditional student housing, here are some "dorm-like" housing options that we recommend checking out:

Utility Assistance

Additional Housing Assistance


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