Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Arkansas

Regional public university in rural Arkansas with accessible admissions and low in-state tuition of $7,380.

College statistics

Address:
100 E. University
Magnolia, AR
71753
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
https://www.saumag.edu/
Setting:
Town
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Lower Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Southern Arkansas University is a public four-year institution located in Magnolia, Arkansas, serving a student body of approximately 5,127 undergraduates and graduate students. The university offers degree programs centered on liberal arts and sciences, general studies, and humanities in a town setting in south-central Arkansas.

In-state tuition runs $7,380 annually, with a total cost of attendance of $15,826 when including room and board; out-of-state tuition is $13,110 with a total cost of $21,556. The university admits about two-thirds of applicants, making admissions accessible, and enrolled students typically score around the 75th percentile on the ACT composite (23) and SAT reading and math (590 each).

This school works best for students seeking an affordable regional option with straightforward admissions and a general liberal arts education. For more information about programs, campus life, and student support services, visit the official website at saumag.edu.