SAU offers over 120 unique academic programs, aligned with real-world opportunities that prepare you for your Next Step!
With a wide selection of bachelor’s and associate degree options across four colleges, Southern Arkansas University offers academic pathways that align with real-world career opportunities. Whether you know your Next Step or you are still exploring your options, at SAU, you’ll find programs designed to support your goals in a student-focused environment with small class sizes and dedicated faculty.
Southern Arkansas University offers online and seated graduate degrees and certificates, including the state’s only doctoral program south of Little Rock. Our graduate programs are designed to build expertise and open doors to leadership roles, whether you're advancing in your current field or preparing for a new career path.
With one of the most affordable tuition rates for international students in the nation, SAU provides a culture of caring and a wide range of supportive services that ensure all students can thrive and feel welcome. Our streamlined admissions process and vibrant campus culture help ensure a smooth transition to studying in the United States.
Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce that the Department of Biology has been selected to receive a $50,000 New Faculty Recruitment Start-up Package through the Arkansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE). This competitive award was granted in
Southern Arkansas University Department of Nursing community health students teamed up with Special Olympics Arkansas to host a Healthy Young Athletes Experience at Magnolia Specialized Services during the fall semester. The event focused on promoting wellness and healthy habits among
Students and faculty from Southern Arkansas University recently presented research at statewide and national conferences, highlighting the University’s commitment to undergraduate research and academic excellence. During the fall semester, SAU students and faculty attended the Arkansas INBRE Conference in Fayetteville,
