1909
Magnolia, AR

School Details

Established in 1909, SAU has built on its dedication to student achievement and continues to grow, both on campus and online. It began as an agricultural school before becoming a college and then finally, in 1976, a university. Today the university boasts over 4,000 students in a culture of caring. Offering one of the nation’s most affordable rates, SUA provides opportunities for intellectual growth, individual enrichment, skill development, and career preparation.  

SAU offers over 80 degrees, spread over associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. Certificates are also offered. For greater flexibility, SUA online degrees are available. These online programs may be flexible, but they are also high-quality and feature top-notch support. Online degrees at SUA foster academic and professional success.

Accreditation & Licensing

Southern Arkansas University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

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Business

Bachelor of Business Administration / Management Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration / Agri-Business Master of Business Administration / Business Leadership Master of Business Administration / Data Analytics Master of Business Administration / Social Entrepreneurship Master of Business Administration / Supply Chain Management

Computer Science & IT

Master of Science in Computer & Information Science

Education

Bachelor of Science in Education / Elementary Education K-6 Doctor of Education in Rural & Diverse Educational Leadership Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design Graduate Certificate in Instructional Facilitator/LEAD Teacher Graduate Certificate in Special Education K12 Graduate Certificate in Teaching Master of Arts in Teaching / Elementary Education Licensure (K-6) Master of Arts in Teaching / K-12 Licensure Master of Arts in Teaching / Middle Grades Licensure (4-8) Master of Arts in Teaching / Secondary Grades Licensure (4-12 or 7-12) Master of Education in College Counseling & Student Affairs Master of Education in Educational Leadership in Administration & Supervision Master of Education in Higher, Adult & Lifelong Education Master of Education in Instructional Facilitator/LEAD Teacher Master of Education in Special Education Post-Graduate Certificate in Building Level Leadership Post-Graduate Certificate in Curriculum/Program Administrator Post-Graduate Certificate in District Level Leadership Post-Graduate Certificate in School Counseling

Healthcare

Master of Science in Kinesiology / Coaching

Math & Science

Master of Science in Agriculture