Southern Arkansas University Tech
Location and Contact Information
100 Carr RoadCamden, AR 71701-1906
USA
Main Tel: (870) 574-4500
Web Site
The campus is in a self-contained town.
Overview
Southern Arkansas University Tech, also known as SAU Tech, is beautifully located in Camden, Arkansas, United States. It was founded on April 5, 1967, as the Southwest Technical Institute. It became part of the Southern Arkansas University in 1975 and settled on its present name. SAU Tech offers a wide variety of degrees and certificate programs in diverse areas of study. It is made up of the following academic units:
- Arkansas Environmental Academy
- Arkansas Environmental Academy
- Arkansas Fire Academy
- Computer Information Technology Division
- Ouachita County Adult Education Center
- SAU School of Business
- SAU Tech Career Academy
SAU Tech sponsors a number of student clubs and organizations such as the Aviation Club, Resident Housing Association, Allied Health Students Club, SAU Tech Student Ambassadors, Baptist Collegiate Ministry, Phi Theta Kappa, Wings & Things Aviation Maintenance Club of Texarkana, and Phi Beta Lambda.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in security and law enforcement and media.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- High male/female ratio.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
School characteristics:
- The school is public.
- Academic calender: Semester.
- Carnegie classification: Associates Colleges.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Campus housing is available.
- Distance learning is available.
- Weekend study is an option.
- Part-time classes are available.
Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,180 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,500 |
| Room and board | $ 3,750 |
| Books and supplies | $ 825 |
| Other | $ 3,500 |
Financial Aid
Southern Arkansas University Tech participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 43% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | 33% | $1,695 |
| Institutional Grant | 7% | $900 |
| Federal Grant | 27% | $1,636 |
| Pell Grant | 13% | $2,433 |
| Other Federal Grant | 17% | $652 |
| State or Local Grant | 2% | $2,549 |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | 15% | $2,992 |
| Federal Loan | 15% | $2,992 |
| Other Loan |
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to Southern Arkansas University Tech:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Region State College | Devils Lake, ND | 1,657 |
| 2 | Potomac State College of West Virginia University | Keyser, WV | 1,582 |
| 3 | Marshall Community and Technical College | Huntington, WV | 2,534 |
| 4 | South Florida Community College | Avon Park, FL | 2,917 |
| 5 | Northern Marianas College | Saipan, MP | 791 |
| 6 | Lamar Institute of Technology | Beaumont, TX | 2,885 |
| 7 | Florida Keys Community College | Key West, FL | 1,208 |
| 8 | Denmark Technical College | Denmark, SC | 2,277 |
| 9 | Albany Technical College | Albany, GA | 3,004 |
| 10 | Mineral Area College | Park Hills, MO | 3,238 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| < 1 year certificate | 332 | 21 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 328 | 16 |
| Associate | 123 | 18 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 32 |
Students
Student enrollment was 1,817 in 2009-2010 (1,341 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 73% of the student body. About 8% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
Southern Arkansas University Tech provides on-campus housing for 70 of its 1,341 (full-time) students (as of 2009-2010).
International Study
About 0% of freshmen are from countries other than the US.
Graduate School Focus
The highest degree offered is the Associate.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Business Administration and Management
- Logistics and Materials Management
- Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer Science
- Computer Software and Media Applications
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
- Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
- Educational/Instructional Media Design
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
- Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
- Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician
- Industrial Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- Water Quality & Wastewater Treatment Mgmt & Recycling Tech
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
- Child Care Provider/Assistant
LIBERAL ARTS
- General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
- Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA
- Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
- Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
- Commercial and Advertising Art
PRODUCTION TRADES
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
- Fire Services Administration