- Southern Arkansas University Tech, a comprehensive two-year college of the Southern Arkansas University system. SAU Tech offers a variety of associate degree and certificate programs designed for students who plan to enter the workforce, transfer to a university, or upgrade their skills in a specific area. Classes are conveniently scheduled and many of the courses are offered via the Internet, allowing even more flexibility in scheduling.
School Highlights
Southern Arkansas University Tech serves 984 students (49% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 984 students
- In-state tuition: $4,677
- Out-state tuition: $6,117
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 94%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southern Arkansas University Tech ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southern Arkansas University Tech
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
123 staff
162 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southern Arkansas University Tech has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Southern Arkansas University Tech diversity score of 0.60 is more than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
984 students
1,217 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
480 students
481 students
# Part-Time Students
504 students
736 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
851 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
480 students
481 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
504 students
736 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
160 students
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
36%
17%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
4%
10%
% White
6%
4%
% Hawaiian
51%
64%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.55
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4785%
0.3644%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2308%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,300
$28,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,677 is more than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,117 is more than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,677
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,117
$4,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,500
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$5,300
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
520
SAT Writing
n/a
515
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Southern Arkansas University Tech is a two-year college specializing in technical training and offers the first two years of a university transfer program. In addition to offering traditional classroom courses, SAU Tech offers a number of internet courses. The college has a large enrollment in its high school dual credit program. The college also operates the SAU Tech Career Academy, the Ouachita & Calhoun County Adult Education Centers, the Arkansas Fire Training Academy, and the Arkansas Environmental Academy. Southern Arkansas University Tech, Camden was created on April 5, 1967, as Southwest Technical Institute by Act 534 of the General Assembly of Arkansas. The purpose of the institute was to provide a technically trained workforce for the growing Highland Industrial Park where it was located. Seventy acres of land and six buildings were donated by the Brown Foundation of Houston, Texas which had purchased the Schumacher Naval Ammunition Depot for use as Highland Industrial Park. SAU Tech operates the Arkansas Fire Training Academy providing training to firefighters throughout the state as well as the Arkansas Environmental Academy, which also has a statewide mission of training individuals in the fields of wastewater and solid waste issues. The SAU Tech Career Academy provides a variety of career-technical education programs to high school students in our area and operates in conjunction with our high school concurrent credit programs. SAU Tech provides adult basic education and GED preparation through Ouachita & Calhoun County's Adult Education Center. Our Business and Industry Training Department provides customized training for the area companies. Southern Arkansas University Tech is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southern Arkansas University Tech cost?
Southern Arkansas University Tech's tuition is approximately $4,677 for In-State students and $6,117 for Out-State students.
What is Southern Arkansas University Tech's ranking?
Southern Arkansas University Tech ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Diversity in US community colleges, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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