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Savannah State University Football

Savannah State University (SSU) · Savannah, Georgia · Public university

Graduation rate28%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,193Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty21 : 1students per instructor
Average net price$7,956per year after aid
Coaches

Savannah State University Football coaches

Coaches at Savannah State University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Savannah State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
ssuathletics.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingBiology Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCivil Engineering Technologies/TechniciansComputer Engineering Technology/Technician
Student-to-faculty
21 : 1
Graduation rate
28% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Georgia residents$4,176
Out-of-state tuition$17,469
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$7,956
Campus

Where it is

Savannah State University in Savannah.

Location
Savannah, Georgia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
savannahstate.edu
Overview

About Savannah State University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Thomas Howard, the Head Coach, leads the Savannah State University Football staff of 14 coaches, verified June 2026. Savannah State University (SSU) competes in NCAA Division II Football as a member of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Savannah State University is a public school in Savannah, Georgia with 3,193 undergraduates and an average net price of $7,956 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Savannah State University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Thomas Howard, the Head Coach and Quentin Burrell, the Assistant Head Coach - Offensive Coordinator & Quarterbacks. Savannah State University has 14 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Thomas can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Savannah State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Savannah State University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Savannah State University D2?

Yes. Savannah State University competes in NCAA Division II Football, in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Savannah State University public or private?

Savannah State University is a public school in Savannah, Georgia.

What conference is Savannah State University Football in?

The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Savannah State University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Savannah State University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Savannah State University Football have?

14 coaches, led by Thomas Howard, the Head Coach.

How much does Savannah State University cost?

In-state tuition is $4,176 and out-of-state tuition is $17,469 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $7,956.

How do I contact the Savannah State University Football coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026