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Southern Arkansas University Tech (SAU Tech)
- 100 Carr Road
- Camden, AR 71701
- OPEID College Code: 00773800
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- General Phone: (870) 574-4500
- Chancellor: Steve Franks
- Website: www.sautech.edu

- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 2,111
- College Alias: SAU Tech, SAUT

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - SAU Tech Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public 2-Year Colleges Under 4-Year Universities
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 55%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 18% | 40% | 9% | 15% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,561 | $3,253 | $3,149 | $3,115 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 13.2% | 12.1% | 7.2% |
| Number in Default | 17 | 15 | 7 |
| Number in Repayment | 128 | 123 | 96 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,520 | $2,520 | $2,106 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $3,150 | $3,150 | $2,626 |
| Books and Supplies | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
| Other Expenses | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,250 | $5,250 | $5,250 |
| Other Expenses | $3,900 | $3,900 | $3,900 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,500 | $3,900 | $3,500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $9,470 | $9,470 | $9,056 |
| Out of State | $10,100 | $10,100 | $9,576 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $12,370 | $12,370 | $11,956 |
| Out of State | $13,000 | $13,000 | $12,476 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $6,720 | $6,720 | $6,306 |
| Out of State | $7,350 | $7,350 | $6,826 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,111 Undergraduate: 2,111
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,097 Female: 1,014
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,097 Female: 1,014
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 553 Part-Time: 1,558
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 553 Part-Time: 1,558
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.05% |
| American Indian | 15 | 0.7% |
| Black | 785 | 37% |
| Asian | 9 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic | 27 | 1% |
| White | 1,255 | 59% |
| Unknown | 19 | 0.9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1,071 | 51% |
| Ages 18-19 | 304 | 14% |
| Ages 20-21 | 135 | 6% |
| Ages 22-24 | 118 | 6% |
| Ages 25-29 | 138 | 7% |
| Ages 30-34 | 112 | 5% |
| Ages 35-39 | 81 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 106 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 44 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.09% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 146 | 118 | 28 |
| Faculty Status | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Primarily Instruction | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 19 | 19 | - |
| Other Professionals | 9 | 9 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 60 | 60 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 25 | 25 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 4 | 4 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 17 | 17 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $40,837 (24) | $41,844 (13) | $39,647 (11) |
| Instructor | $40,837 (24) | $41,844 (13) | $39,647 (11) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $48,028 (6) | $45,315 (3) | $50,740 (3) |
| Instructor | $48,028 (6) | $45,315 (3) | $50,740 (3) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $40,529 (30) | $40,950 (16) | $40,048 (14) |
| Instructor | $40,529 (30) | $40,950 (16) | $40,048 (14) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 28%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 55%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 47% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 58% |
| Female | 21% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 29% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 53% |
| Unknown | 67% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
| Burglary | - | 3 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
