Southern Arkansas University Tech
About Southern Arkansas University Tech
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southern Arkansas University Tech teaches in Camden and keeps dormitories, and it trains most of its students directly for work in the defense and manufacturing plants around it. Allied health is among its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Camden, Arkansas
Students
672
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
62.2%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$5,040
Out-of-state: $6,480
Avg Net Price
$9,018
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,376
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
62.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
56.8%
Transfer Out
1%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.6K
Class Size
Small
62.2% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,040
In-State
$6,480
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,372
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,294
After Financial Aid
$9,018
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,848
Receive Grants
42.1%
Take Loans
10.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,294/yr, including $5,372 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,018.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Southern Arkansas University Tech fund their education.
While in School
42.1%
Get Grants
Free money
10.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,465
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$64/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Southern Arkansas University Tech.
Gender
56.1%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
672
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.4%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
21.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 52.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
672
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southern Arkansas University Tech fields 3 varsity teams with 86 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
86
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
54
Men
32
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southern Arkansas University Techearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,376
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
39 grads
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
$44K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
21 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
20 grads
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
$33K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$29K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.