Southern Arkansas University offers more than 100 degree programs in a family-like setting, all at one of the nation’s most affordable rates.
Introducing
The SAU Difference scholarship program is a game-changer for Arkansas students, designed to make higher education more accessible than ever before. As a last-dollar initiative, it bridges the gap between the cost of tuition, fees, and existing financial aid for qualifying students.
Launching for the freshman class of 2025, the Mulerider Next Step Guarantee is an innovative initiative to ensure students are ready for their next step – whether that’s a career or continuing higher education.
SAU offers more than 100 academic degree and certificate options, including associates, bachelors, masters, and doctorate degrees.
universities in the nation.
| Average In-State Undergraduate Tuiton and Fees per Semester | |
| SAU | $4,980 |
| Texas | $6,362* |
| Louisiana | $6,730* |
| Oklahoma | $6, 141* |
*Tuition and fees are calculated as an average of public four-year universities published in-state tuition. Source: Department of Education
Our programs are routinely recognized as the best value programs nationally.
Students from neighboring states may qualify for a non-resident tuition waiver, significantly reducing their overall cost to attend SAU.
