Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Magnolia, AR

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is a mid-size public master's university (large program) located in Magnolia, Arkansas, with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,708. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Arkansas postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 75% acceptance rate, admission is open to most applicants. The 75% acceptance rate reflects a broadly open admissions approach serving a wide range of students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $13,790 per year. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $89,685. The 4-year graduation rate is 48%, near the national average. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $42,386.

Acceptance Rate

75.3%

Avg Net Price

$14,027

6-yr Grad Rate

44.2%

Earnings 10yr

$42,386

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
75.3%
SAT Range
875–1105
ACT Range
17–24
Enrollment
2,708
Student:Faculty
16:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$9,960
Out-of-State Tuition
$15,690
Room & Board
$7,911
Students Receiving Aid
48.2%
Median Debt at Grad

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