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Southern Arkansas University can be found in Magnolia, Arkansas (a self-contained town). The school is a public institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at Southern Arkansas University.
The most common majors at the school are in agricultural science and management and education and teaching.
Southern Arkansas University does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 390 or lower in 2005 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 430 to 640, but ranged both higher and lower. People attending Southern Arkansas University come from a variety of states around the country.
A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2005, 3,109 students were enrolled in Southern Arkansas University.
Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Southern Arkansas University offers students meal plans. The school student athletes compete in Gulf South Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Southern Arkansas University is to educate students for productive and fulfilling lives in a global environment by providing opportunities for intellectual growth, individual enrichment, skill development, and meaningful career preparation. The University believes in the worth of the individual and accepts its responsibility for developing in its students those values and competencies essential for effective citizenship in an ever-changing, free, and democratic society. Further, the University encourages and supports excellence in teaching, scholarly and creative endeavors, and service."
More complete details are provided below.
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
100 E. University
Magnolia, AR 71753
General Phone: (870) 235-4000
Admissions Phone: (870) 235-4040
Financial Aid Phone: (870) 235-4023
http://WWW.SAUMAG.EDU
Southern Arkansas University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 127 | business, accounting |
| Education And Teaching | 122 | early childhood education, physical education teaching, elementary school teaching, student counseling, school counseling, educational administration, secondary teaching, instructional media design, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 49 | registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 43 | general studies, sociology, political science, history, English, Spanish language, interdisciplinary studies, social services |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 30 | agricultural management, agricultural operations |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 29 | criminal justice and safety |
| Science | 25 | biology, chemistry, biological and physical sciences, physics courses |
| Therapy And Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Engineering Technician | 13 | industrial tech |
| Art Studies | 12 | art studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 9 | exercise science, athletic trainer |
| Family And Social Work | 9 | social work, community organization, public administration |
| Media | 6 | journalism |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 5 | computer and info science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Medical Support And Technology | 1 | clinical lab tech |
| Music | 0 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Southern Arkansas University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 399 | 45 |
| Associate's degree | 55 | 4 |
| Master's degree | 50 | 10 |
In 2005, Southern Arkansas University had a total enrollment of 3,109 students (2,718 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 90% |
| Graduate | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 26% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 70% |
| Texas | 16% |
| Foreign countries | 5% |
| Louisiana | 5% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 5 % |
Southern Arkansas University offers campus housing for 1,228 of its 2,718 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Magnolia, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,356 | 1,107 | 82% | 572 | 52% |
| Men | 624 | 519 | 83% | 287 | 55% |
| Women | 732 | 588 | 80% | 285 | 48% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 640 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 98% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (870) 235-4040
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,290 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,300 |
| Room and board | $ 3,790 |
| Room charge | $ 1,960 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,830 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,000 |
Financial Aid:
Southern Arkansas University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 110700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (870) 235-4023
Southern Arkansas University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $84,856 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 16 | $26,897 | 4 | $32,073 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 22 | $40,467 | 6 | $50,792 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 14 | $62,672 | 8 | $61,225 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 18 | $51,815 | 11 | $50,966 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 30 | $43,400 | 18 | $36,661 |
| Instructor | academic year | 11 | $37,005 | 9 | $36,101 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 73 | $48,207 | 46 | $44,244 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Gulf South Conference |
| Basketball | Gulf South Conference |
| Baseball | Gulf South Conference |
| Track | Gulf South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 104 | 49 | 153 |
| Football | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| Basketball | 13 | 14 | 27 |
| Baseball | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| Track | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 30 | 30 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
Agricultural Business and Management, General
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Agricultural Teacher Education
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Physics Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
Public Administration
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southern Arkansas University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in agricultural science and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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