Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001107
- Phone: (870) 862-8131
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
65.06%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
32FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,578Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus (SouthArk)
300 S West Ave, El Dorado, AR
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is a public institution located in Magnolia, AR and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. SAU has a yearly student enrollment of approximately three thousand.
Areas of study offered at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus include but are not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to SAU. Scores within the range of 18 - 25 on the ACT or 870 - 1160 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. Roughly 70% of all applicant were admitted at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus, with 39% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
The tuition at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $7,500 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $11,000 per year. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $2,600 each year. SAU may provide financial aid for students that qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Students may visit the SAU website to get a complete list of academic programs offered, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates SouthArk accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is around 4,500 students, where graduate students make up roughly 20% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $13,200. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State: $6,400-$7,700
- Out-of-State: $11,000-$13,100
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $210-$260 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $360-$440 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 97% | $8,977 |
Receiving Student Loans | 58% | $5,465 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus may provide services including:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (367)
- Basketball (367)
- Track and Field (367)
- Football (367)
- Golf
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Rodeo
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Southern Arkansas University Main Campus by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (B)
Education
Engineering
- Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A, B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (A, B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Social Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus.
- Texas A&M University - Texarkana in Marshall, TX (50 miles away)
- Henderson State University in Searcy, AR (59 miles away)
- Grambling State University in Chalmette, LA (61 miles away)
- Louisiana State University - Shreveport in Eunice, LA (65 miles away)
- University of Louisiana at Monroe in Thibodaux, LA (85 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Visit the main Arkansas colleges & universities profile page
- Find out what other state universities are located in Arkansas
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001107
- Phone: (870) 862-8131
- School Homepage