Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Transfer and Admissions Information

Public

4 year
5,127

Full + Part time Students
1:16

Faculty to Student Ratio
4%

Transfer Student Ratio

Southern Arkansas University offers personalized tour visits, faculty and staff who invest in student success, and a caring campus community. SAU also offers traditional and unique academic degree programs that are ranked nationally for quality and affordability. Nestled in a quiet and beautiful part of south Arkansas, SAU is a great place to call home and to study a broad range of academic programs, including some unique offerings to the state and region. Along with boasting a complete college experience on campus, the University is a short drive from outdoor activities and is central to many regional hubs, such as Texarkana, Shreveport, and Little Rock.

Over 1,500 courses transfer into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

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Southern Arkansas University commencement and students

Overview

Founded	1909
Full-Time Undergraduate	4,307
Part-Time Undergraduate	820
Transfer Students	199
Programs	61 Programs
Equivalencies	1,751 incoming Equivalencies 3,097 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$9,820
Out-of-State Tuition	$15,400
Books and Supplies	$1,600

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

The first step in applying for any form of financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SAU’s school code is 001107. https://web.saumag.edu/admissions/apply/scholarships/External linkOpens in a new window or tab.
Tuition and Fees:

https://web.saumag.edu/tuition-and-fees/External linkOpens in a new window or tab.

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

Students who have attempted 15-29 semester hours must have a cumulative GPA of 1.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) to be considered for admission. Students who have attempted 30 or more semester hours must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to be considered.
Official Transcripts:

Official transcripts from each college and university previously attended are required. Students with fewer than 24 semester hours must provide an official high school transcript or GED certificate.
SAT Scores:

Transfer Students must provide transcripts indicating the courses equivalent to Composition I and College Algebra have been successfully completed with grades of C or higher or submit ACT, SAT, Compass, or ASSET scores for placement purposes.
Other Requirements:

Transfer students must be eligible to return to the institution they last attended.
Apply Here:

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Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

Only courses with grades of C or higher will transfer. Students can petition to have up to six hours of D grades transferred for degree credit.
Credits (Min/Max):

Students transferring from two-year collegiate institutions (including SAU Tech) may transfer a maximum of 68 semester hours toward their SAU graduation requirements.