School Summary

Southern Arkansas University


General Information:

Founded in 1909, Southern Arkansas University is seated on 1390 acres located in Columbia county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 18:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 199. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

100 E. University

Magnolia, AR
71753-5000
For more information call: 870 235-4000. This school has a website at https://www.saumag.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://web.saumag.edu/admissions/apply/


Application Deadline: August
Application Fee: $0
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Recommended Tests: ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $7,380.00 $13,100.00
Room and Board $8,446.00 $8,446.00
Fees $2,580.00 $2,580.00
Total $18,406.00 $24,126.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.saumag.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: 3-2 Degree Program, Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Moderate competition - More than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or over 18 on ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 1% 7%
600-699 17% 17%
500-599 42% 38%
400-499 34% 30%
300-399 6% 8%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 4%
24-29 21%
18-23 48%
12-17 26%
6-11 1%
1-5 1%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 17%
11-25% 24.00%
26-50% -15.00%
Under 50% 74.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Golf, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Sand volleyball, Soccer, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Cross-country running

Badminton, Basketball, Golf, Sand volleyball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,350
Female 1,900
Total 3,250


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 2,188
Female 2,938
Total 5,126

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 1%
African American 23%
Hispanic 5%
Native American 0%
White 62%
Other 8%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 92%
At Least 25 Years Old 8%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 79%
Out Of State 21%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 52%
Live Off Campus 48%


Homecoming, Parent's Day, Spring Fling

Student Government Association, Student Activities Board, Resident Hall Association, Residential College, International Student Association


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 01.0101                                           Agricultural Business and Management, General
  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0801                                           Physics, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 52.1302                                           Business Statistics
  • 43.0406                                           Forensic Science and Technology
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 50.0411                                           Game and Interactive Media Design
  • 01.0000                                           Agriculture, General
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 52.0101                                           Business/Commerce, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 45.0101                                           Social Sciences, General
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 45.0401                                           Criminology
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 44.0201                                           Community Organization and Advocacy
  • 09.0401                                           Journalism
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 14.0101                                           Engineering, General
  • 51.2201                                           Public Health, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 30.0101                                           Biological and Physical Sciences
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 15.0612                                           Industrial Technology/Technician
  • 31.0504                                           Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 51.1005                                           Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • 50.0702                                           Fine/Studio Arts, General
  • 01.0102                                           Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1203                                           Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 13.1301                                           Agricultural Teacher Education
  • 13.1303                                           Business and Innovation/Entrepreneurship Teacher Education
  • 51.0913                                           Athletic Training/Trainer
  • 51.0903                                           Electroneurodiagnostic/Electroencephalographic Technology/Technologist
  • 30.4601                                           History and Political Science
  • 31.0505                                           Exercise Science and Kinesiology
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • 40.0899                                           Physics, Other
  • 50.9999                                           Visual and Performing Arts, Other
  • 43.0106                                           Forensic Science and Technology

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.