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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Magnolia, Arkansas · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$37,008

Acceptance Rate

67%

Graduation Rate

46%

Annual Tuition

$9,820

At a Glance

Total Students

2,865

Retention Rate

69%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

67%

Median Debt

$18,750

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Southern Arkansas University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 66.6%. The university has a student body of 2865. The graduation rate is 45.5%, and the retention rate is 69.1%. The median debt for graduates is $18,750, and 66.7% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Southern Arkansas University is $9,820. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $37,011. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $37,008, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $42,386.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$37k

1 YEAR

$37k

5 YEARS

$42k

10 YEARS

Top 80% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus graduates earn a median salary of $37,011. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $37,008. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $42,386. The median debt for graduates is $18,750.

The university has a 66.6% acceptance rate and a 45.5% graduation rate. The retention rate is 69.1%. 66.7% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $9,820.

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Campus Location

Magnolia, Arkansas

Magnolia, AR 71753

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is located in Magnolia, Arkansas. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 66.6%.