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Southern Arkansas University Tech

Camden, AR·Public·https://www.sautech.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Southern Arkansas University Tech is a public community college in Camden, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Southern Arkansas University Tech is a public community college in Camden, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
N/A
ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,100
In-State Tuition
+$1,320 fees
$4,680
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,530 fees
$5,272
Room & Board
13 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
N/A
Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Rural setting

Ski Access

358 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

56°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

358 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
422 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Camden, AR

42°Jan46°Feb54°Mar62°Apr70°May78°Jun82°Jul81°Aug74°Sep63°Oct52°Nov44°Dec

Station: CAMDEN 1 · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

92/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10010059
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
59/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,100$4,680
Fees
$1,320$1,530
Room & Board
$5,272$5,272
Total
$9,692$11,482
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 13 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

55 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Health and Medical Administrative ServicesCertificate
78 grads/yr
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
55 grads/yr$62,781
Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralCertificate
48 grads/yr
Fire ProtectionCertificate
40 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
39 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate55 grads$62,781
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Associate's32 grads$54,132
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's2 grads$53,768
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Associate's18 grads$47,560
Precision Metal Working
Certificate30 grads$46,358
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's14 grads$28,756
Computer Software and Media Applications
Associate's5 grads$25,174
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate78 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate48 grads
Fire Protection
Certificate40 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Southern Arkansas University Tech located?

Southern Arkansas University Tech is located in Camden, AR. The main campus address is 6415 Spellman Road, Camden, AR. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Southern Arkansas University Tech?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Southern Arkansas University Tech charges $3,100/year for in-state students and $4,680/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($5,272/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,210/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Southern Arkansas University Tech's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Southern Arkansas University Tech the right fit for me?

Whether Southern Arkansas University Tech is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,680/year out-of-state), campus culture in Camden, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southern Arkansas University Tech against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Southern Arkansas University Tech directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Camden, AR
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 56°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
92/100
Nearest Airport
El Dorado, AR (ELD) · 29 mialso PBF (59 mi), HOT (63 mi)

Location

Camden, AR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.