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Southern Arkansas University, also known as SAU, is a public, four-year institution located in Magnolia, Arkansas, United Staes. It was established in 1909 as the Third District Agricultural School. In 1925, the name was changed to the Agricultural and Mechanical College, Third District. The institute was again renamed to Southern State College in 1951. It recived its present name on July 9, 1976. SAU enrolls over 2,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students every year.
Students of SAU are offered a wide variety of degree programs through the following academic divisions:
The athletics teams of Southern Arkansas University are known as the Muleriders. The men’s and women’s teams participate in football, baseball, basketball, golf, track & field, cross country, volleyball, tennis, and softball.
Southern Arkansas University can be found in Magnolia, AR (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 370 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 410 to 600, 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 2007, 3,147 students were enrolled in Southern Arkansas University.
Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Southern Arkansas University 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
http://WWW.SAUMAG.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 132 | early childhood education, physical education teaching, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, instructional media design, school counseling, middle school teaching, teacher education, ... |
| Business And Management | 91 | business, accounting, operations management, business and related services, finance, business management, marketing, MIS |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 72 | registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 54 | general studies, history, political science, Spanish language, sociology, social services, interdisciplinary studies, English, ... |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 24 | criminal justice and safety, forensic science, criminal justice and administration |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 18 | agricultural management, agricultural operations, agriculture |
| Therapy And Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Science | 16 | biology, chemistry, physics courses, biological and physical sciences |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 15 | health and physical education, exercise science, athletic trainer |
| Family And Social Work | 10 | social work, community organization, public administration |
| Art Studies | 7 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Media | 6 | journalism |
| Engineering Technician | 5 | industrial tech |
| Fine Arts | 4 | fine arts |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
| Music | 1 | music |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 1 | computer and info science |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
| Office And Administration | 0 | general office occupations, office management |
Number of programs and degrees for Southern Arkansas University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 331 | 56 |
| Associate's degree | 80 | 7 |
| Master's degree | 70 | 17 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 2 |
In 2007, Southern Arkansas University had a total enrollment of 3,147 students (2,687 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 87% |
| Graduate | 13% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 63% |
| Black | 28% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Southern Arkansas University offers campus housing for 1,255 of its 2,687 (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 does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,657 | 1,211 | 73% | 538 | 44% |
| Men | 704 | 526 | 75% | 248 | 47% |
| Women | 953 | 685 | 72% | 290 | 42% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 370 | 500 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
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 | 9% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 91% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,224 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,534 |
| Room and board | $ 4,100 |
| Room charge | $ 2,072 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,028 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,400 |
Financial Aid:
Southern Arkansas University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 110700)
Southern Arkansas University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 41 | 22 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 20 | 19 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 31 | 19 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $67,609 | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 11 | $44,556 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 17 | $57,274 | 5 | $73,171 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 12 | $70,533 | 7 | $67,548 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 22 | $55,818 | 12 | $55,561 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 31 | $46,305 | 23 | $46,451 |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $42,902 | 13 | $39,271 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 75 | $52,518 | 55 | $49,427 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Gulf South Conference |
| Basketball | Gulf South Conference |
| Baseball | Gulf South Conference |
| Track | Gulf South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 130 | 53 | 183 |
| Football | 77 | 0 | 77 |
| Basketball | 16 | 14 | 30 |
| Baseball | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| Track | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| All Other Sports | 12 | 30 | 42 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
Agricultural Business and Management, General
Agriculture, General
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
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
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
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
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Speech 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
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
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
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
Office Management and Supervision
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, Other
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southern Arkansas University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in agricultural science and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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