After I register, how do I save my schedule?
Registered students must pay or make payment arrangements with Student Accounts to pay tuition & fees by the “Pay by date” in mySAU (Campus Connect) to avoid having their schedule dropped. The instructions are below:
- Login to mySAU, click on Campus Connect
- Move the cursor to “Student Information”
- Click on “Review/Pay Account”
- Select the term that you are enrolled to review your account
- If you have a student loan
- If the funds are posted on your account and you have a zero or credit balance, select “Save my Schedule” at the bottom of the page
- If you wish to pay in full
- Select “Pay by Credit Card” at the bottom of the page
- If you wish to create a payment plan (fall and spring only)
- Select “Pay by E-Cashier/FACTS” at the bottom of the page
- If you have a student loan
- Select the term that you are enrolled to review your account
After your schedule has been saved, you will get a message that says “Your schedule has been saved” or if a problem occurs, you will be provided with a telephone number to call.
Do I contact my graduate program director?
Students should contact the graduate program director after admission to graduate school; some programs have additional program admission requirements. Also, students are encouraged to communicate with the program director/advisor at any point in the program of study for questions or help–they are there to help!
As a graduate student, do I have to contact my advisor for registration?
Students are encouraged to contact the program director or advisor before registering for classes each semester. In some graduate programs, the advisor registers students for courses.
Do I have to be a full-time graduate student?
Students are not required to be a full-time student in graduate school. However, please note that to receive a loan through Financial Aid, graduate students must take at least 6 hours in fall & spring semesters and 3 hours in each summer session.
Do you offer summer graduate classes?
Yes, SAU offers summer graduate classes. Feel free to explore our summer course offerings on the class schedule page in mySAU.
How can I take a graduate class if I am not seeking a graduate degree?
Apply as a non-degree seeking student. (see the current online graduate catalog)
How long does it take to complete a graduate program?
The length of time to complete a graduate program varies depending on the program. For more information, please consult our graduate degree table.
What are the policies for dropping graduate classes?
Individual classes may be dropped through mySAU by logging-in, clicking on “Campus Connect,” then “Registration,” then “Add/Drop classes” until the 11th day of class of the fall & spring semester or 5th day of summer term. After 11th/5th day, only Graduate Students are allowed to drop on-line by clicking on “Forms” then “Student Drop With a W” on the drop- down list. To drop all classes for the semester, you can click on “Forms” then “Student Withdrawal Request.”
What graduate programs are offered at SAU?
For a list of programs currently offered at SAU, please consult our graduate degree table.
When do online classes start?
Online courses start the same day as hybrid or face-to-face classes. The Academic Calendar can be found on the academics website, or by navigating to the campus calendar. The Academic Calendar event category should be enabled by default, but if not, check to make sure it is selected from the category drop down menu. Included in the Academic Calendar are deadlines to add, withdraw or drop courses, as well as important dates for the beginning and end of semesters, spring and summer sessions, holidays, graduation deadlines, etc.
Where do I get information about graduate school if I am an International student?
For graduate school information for international students, please visit our International Student Services website.
Where do I get my textbooks?
To see required books for your course, go to “Bookstore” link at the bottom of the SAU home page and click on “Textbooks and Course Materials.” Books can be purchased or rented.
Are there any graduate scholarships?
There are several scholarships that graduate students are eligible to receive. For more information, check out our scholarships page.
How do I know if I qualify for a graduate assistantship or not?
For more information about Graduate Assistantships, call or email the Office of Graduate Studies at gradstudies@saumag.edu or 870-235-4150.
Is there graduate financial aid available?
Yes, there is. Simply follow the instructions for applying for a student loan.
What are the technology & system requirements for online classes?
Before committing to online courses, make sure to review the technology and system requirements necessary.
Where can I access Blackboard?
A link to Blackboard is accessible from every page on the website at the top of the page, between “Email” and “Magale Library”.
Where do I get my login information for my student email and Blackboard?
When admitted to the graduate school, students receive a letter with login instructions. Note: classes will become available in Blackboard on the first day of class.
Who do I call for technical support if I experience technical difficulties?
Contact technical support by calling Help Desk at 870-235-4083 or by emailing helpdesk@saumag.edu.
Can I receive my degree and participate in the commencement ceremony in a different semester?
Students are not allowed to postpone participation in commencement to a different semester—receiving the degree and participating in commencement must happen in the same semester.
How do I invite guests to the commencement ceremony?
Information can be found at https://web.saumag.edu/graduate/invitation-letter-information/
Will Graduate Studies or International Student Services provide invitation letters for the commencement ceremony?
It is the responsibility of the student to invite guests to commencement.
