Southern Arkansas University Tech (SAU Tech)

6415 Spellman Road, Camden, AR

Southern Arkansas University Tech, located in Camden, Arkansas, was founded in 1967 through the passage of an act of the Arkansas Legislature. The goal of the school is to provide technical education for a growing workforce. By 1975 the school was joined with Southern Arkansas University, providing associate level degrees to students. Currently the school maintains a two year curriculum and provides a variety of educational programs and options in order to allow for flexible scheduling and continued education.

Academics

Southern Arkansas University Tech offers a selection of programs that provide career training and workforce development opportunities. These programs assist in skill development and specialization in one's chosen field. Programs take approximately two years to complete and result in the issuance of an associate degree. Students wishing to transfer may do so through the pursuit of a general education degree, and will find transfer to Southern Arkansas University more easily than other schools.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

SAU Tech is an open admissions college that allows any student who completes the application for admission to enter. Students must supply previous transcripts and test scores, pay fees and take a placement exam prior to registration. Students should also participate in orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss program enrollment and curriculum. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need. A student's need is determined through the completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school to form an financial aid packet. The FAFSA must be submitted prior to each academic year.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,700. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $3,200-$3,900
- Out-of-State: $4,700-$5,616
Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $110-$130 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $160-$190 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	94%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	91%	$4,291
Receiving Student Loans	18%	$3,395

Admissions, Academics, & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Southern Arkansas University Tech may offer student services like:

Online classes
Weekend and night classes available
Remedial instructional courses
Career path counseling
Work study style employment
Helping students find work after graduation

Graduation & Transfer Rates

Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for Southern Arkansas University Tech compared to community colleges in Arkansas, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.

	SAU Tech	Calhoun County	Arkansas
Graduation Rate	41.6%	-	22.2%
Transfer-out Rate	5.8%	-	14.1%

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.