Southern Arkansas University Tech SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
SAU Tech is accessible, but the 57% freshman retention rate makes preparation matter. Use the test-optional policy strategically: submit scores if they clearly strengthen your profile, and focus on arriving ready for college-level math, reading, and writing.
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Southern Arkansas University Tech facts and stats
Southern Arkansas University Tech is a rural public college with an undergraduate enrollment of 991 students. SAU Tech has a freshman retention rate of 57%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 11:1.
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How does your GPA compare at SAU Tech?
Key Southern Arkansas University Tech application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Offered
Early Decision
Offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
July 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional SAU Tech, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes if superscoring could help. Since SAU Tech offers Early Decision and Early Action, check which early deadline comes first and treat the last fall test that reports scores before it as your final retake.
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What you'll actually pay
SAU Tech’s in-state tuition is $3,450, and out-of-state tuition is $4,890. Submit the FAFSA by the July 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
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SAU Tech lists out-of-state tuition at $4,890, while in-state tuition is $3,450. Room and board is $5,472, so living costs can be a significant part of the overall budget. Actual net price will depend on financial need, grant eligibility, scholarships, and other aid sources.
⬡ LangSmith5d099c59-6a8e-472f-af49-fb8116f575a8Student life at Southern Arkansas University Tech
2% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: No guarantee
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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