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Southern Arkansas University Tech

Community CollegeRural: Distant

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

Health SciencesNursingIndustrial TechnologyTransfer Pathways

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
62.2%

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%

Low

Default 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

44.9%
38.1%
11.3%
5.2%
0.3%
White
Black
Multiracial
Hispanic
Asian

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

RuralCity
Rural: Distant

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

MenWomen
37
Baseball
33
Basketball
16
Softball

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

$32K
6yr
$28K
8yr
$36K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Health 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southern Arkansas University Tech

How much does Southern Arkansas University Tech cost?
Tuition at Southern Arkansas University Tech is $5,040 for in-state students and $6,480 for out-of-state students. 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.
What is the graduation rate at Southern Arkansas University Tech?
Southern Arkansas University Tech has a graduation rate of 62.2%. 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.
How much do Southern Arkansas University Tech graduates earn?
The median earnings for Southern Arkansas University Tech graduates is $36,376 ten years after enrollment. Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

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.