The only source of knowledgeis experience.

-Albert Einstein

Through hands-on learning and knowledgeable faculty,

Southern Arkansas University is able to provide you with an

education that will give you the experience needed to thrive

in your field of study. That is why we encourage anyone who is

considering higher education to experience SAU!

You will also find help to finance your college education in the SAU Office of Financial Aid. The friendly staff in the Office of Financial Aid helps 84 percent of SAU students receive some type of financial assistance each year. Forms of financial aid include Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, work study, and loans.

For more information, call the Office of Financial Aid at (870) 235-4023 or visit our website www.saumag.edu/finaid.

To enroll as an undergraduate student at Southern Arkansas University, an entering freshman must submit the following:

An application for a residence hall room, along with a deposit, must also be submitted if you wish to live in a campus residence hall.

Unconditional Admission for Beginning Students

Beginning students who have ACT scores of 19 or higher on the English, mathematics, and reading parts of the ACT examination, completed the core curriculum, and graduated from high school will be admitted unconditionally to Southern Arkansas University.

Beginning students who do not qualify for unconditional admission but who have received a composite ACT score of 16 or higher or are ranked in the top quarter of their graduating class will be conditionally admitted to SAU. Students admitted with conditions must successfully complete all developmental courses in a regular and consistent manner and complete 12 hours of core academic courses with a 2.0 grade point average within the first 30 semester hours of college-level credit.

The four developmental courses are fundamentals of reading, fundamentals of writing, fundamentals of mathematics, and intermediate algebra. Successful completion in a regular and consistent manner means that required developmental courses be taken each semester the student is registered. If two or more developmental courses are required, the student must register for at least two developmental courses. (Fundamentals of mathematics and intermediate algebra cannot be taken concurrently.)

GED, Home School, and Charter School Graduates

These students are admitted by virtue of their ACT scores.

Non-Traditional Students

Students who are 25 years of age or older are admitted regardless of their ACT scores, but they must submit ACT scores to determine whether they must take developmental courses.

Academic scholarsh ips are awarded based on grade-point average, class rank, and ACT or SAT score. Performance scholarships are available in art, band, choir, and theatre. Other scholarships are available in athletics and rodeo.

If you are eligible for an academic or performance scholarship, any other financial aid you are awarded may be applied to other costs each semester, such as books and supplies (some restrictions apply). The priority deadline to apply for a scholarship is March 1, unless funds are depleted prior to this date. Call the Office of Admissions at 1-800-332-7286 for more information.

Before you attend your first class, you must first be officially admitted to the

University. All questions about the admissions process should be addressed to the Office

of Admissions which receives and processes all undergraduate applications and issues letters of

admission to qualified applicants.

First Time Freshman Admission

Conditional Admission for Beginning Students

Scholarships

Other Financial Aid Resources

Enrollment: ............................................Approximately 3,300

Student/Teacher Ratio: .................................................... 15:1

School Year: ................................................... Two semesters;

two summer sessions

Colors: ..............................................................Blue and gold

Mascot: ............................................................ The Muleriders

Athletic Affiliation: ....................................... NCAA, Division II,

Great American Conference

Library: ...........................................145,000 volumes of books,

84 databases, access to more than

50,736 full text publications.

Campus Organizations: ........................... 100+ organizations

The Basics

1.) Application for admission

2.) ACT/SAT scores

3.) High school transcript or GED

certificate showing graduation date

4.) Immunization record

5.) Other information as requested

by the Office of Admissions

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www.SAUmag.edu/Business

KeAndre’ ArnoldSeniorBusiness Management Texarkana, Arkansas

The SAU College of Business has an excellent reputation for quality and leadership in business education. The SAU Business faculty believe that learning matters. They are committed to providing the best education possible, which allows SAU graduates to compete for top jobs. SAU boasts alumni who work for major corporations both in the region and across the nation. SAU’s commitment to excellence carries over to our students who win numerous state and national awards each year.

For students interested in pursuing an associate’s degree, the College of Business also offers a 64-hour program in business administration. This program offers students a strong, career-focused program of study that facilitates rapid entry into the workforce while building a strong foundation that can be continued for a baccalaureate degree.

Department of Accounting, Finance, and Economics

B.B.A. – Accounting B.B.A. – Finance

Department of Management, Marketing, and Management Information Systems

B.B.A. – Business Administration B.B.A. – General Business (with required minor)

B.B.A. – General Business (with agricultural industries track)

B.B.A. – General Business (with education minor)

B.B.A. – ManagementB.B.A. – Management Information Systems

B.B.A. – Marketing with a minor in Secondary Education* A.S. – Business Administration

*You may finish the degree requirements in eight (8) semesters. However, in order to obtain a teaching certification, it is

necessary to complete a ninth semester.

> Associate’s Degree in Business Administration

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Melissa HeardSeniorDigital cinema media productionMagnolia, Arkansas

Art, literature, and theatre are just part of the

College of Liberal and Performing Arts at SAU.

The College provides improvement in basic

communication skills like writing and speaking.

Degrees are granted in art, criminal justice,

English, French, history, mass communication,

music, political science, psychology, social work,

sociology, Spanish, and theatre.

A.A. – General StudiesB.G.S. – General Studies

Department of Art and DesignB.F.A. – Fine Art and Design with an emphasis

in one of the following: • Communication Design • Studio Art

Department of Behavioral and Social SciencesB.A. – Behavioral and Social Sciences with

an emphasis in one of the following: • Criminal Justice • Psychology • Sociology

B.S. – Criminal JusticeB.S. – Psychology

B.S.W. – Social Work

Department of English and Foreign LanguagesB.A. – English

B.A. – English – Teaching Certification*B.A. – Foreign Language

B.A. – Foreign Language: SpanishB.A. – Foreign Language: Spanish Education*

Department of History, Political Science, and GeographyB.A. – History

B.A. – Political Science

Department of MusicB.A. – Music

B.M.E. – Music Education – Instrumental* B.M.E. – Music Education – Vocal/Keyboard*

Department of Theatre and Mass CommunicationB.A. – Theatre

B.A. – Mass CommunicationB.A. – Mass Communication with

an emphasis in one of the following: • Digital Cinema Media Production • Mass Media

*You may finish the degree requirements in eight (8) semesters. However, in order to obtain a teaching certification, it is

necessary to complete a ninth semester.

www.SAUmag.edu/Education

Carley CalicoSeniorAgriculture EducationSaginaw, Texas

Department of Teacher EducationB.S.E. – Early Childhood Education P-4

with an emphasis in one of the following: • Inclusive Education • Early Childhood Education

B.S.E. - Inclusive Early Childhood Education Non-Licensure Program

B.S.E. - Middle School Education - Language Arts/Social Studies*

• Fifth Year Graduate Studies track toward a B.S.E. in Middle School Education with an emphasis in language arts and social studies

B.S.E. - Middle School Education – Math/Science* • Fifth Year Graduate Studies track toward a B.S.E. in Middle School

Education with an emphasis in math and science

Department of Health, Kinesiology, and RecreationB.S. - Athletic TrainingB.S. - Exercise Science

B.S. - Human Performance, Recreation, and Community Service with an emphasis in one of the following:

• Sports Management • Community Service

B.S.E. - P-12 - Physical Education, Wellness, and Leisure

*You may finish the degree requirements in eight (8) semesters. However, in order to obtain a teaching certification, it is necessary to complete a ninth semester.

Becoming a teacher is more than a job – it is a calling, a desire to help shape America’s next generation. The College of Education at SAU will help you reach that professional level while preparing you to meet the challenges you will face in your educational career. SAU offers teach ing degrees in inclusive early childhood, early childhood education, middle level, and secondary education. Degrees are also offered in health, kinesiology, and recreation.

Students who earn an education degree at SAU feel well-prepared to enter the classroom and begin working with students.

Whether you plan to focus on younger children at the elementary age, teach at the middle level, or shape soon-to-be graduates on the high school level, SAU will help you find the success you are looking for in your teaching career.

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Garrett CampSeniorNursingStamps, Arkansas

Department of AgricultureA.A.S. - Agricultural Science

B.S. - Agricultural BusinessB.S. - Agricultural EducationB.S. - Agricultural Science

• Pre-Vet Option• Animal Option• Plant Option

Department of BiologyB.S. - Biological Science

B.S. - Biology Plan II - Professional, 3+2 program with certain professional schools

B.S. - General Science Plan I (Biological Science Emphasis)B.S. - General Science Plan I (Biological Science Emphasis)

with minor in Education*Pre-professional tracks in medical

and health care fields or areas

Department of Mathematics and Computer ScienceB.S. - Computer Science

B.S. - MathematicsB.S. - Mathematics (with minor in Education – optional

teaching certification)

Department of NursingA.S. - Nursing

LPN to RN (A.S.) - completion trackB.S.N. - Nursing

RN to BSN - completion track

Department of Chemistry and PhysicsA.S. - Chemistry

B.S. – Chemistry - Science OptionB.S. - Chemistry - Pre-Health Professional Option

B.S. - Chemistry Plan II - Professional, 3+2 program with certain professional schools

B.S. - Engineering Physics – Three Options• Science Option

• Manufacturing Option• Industrial Technology Option

A.A. - Industrial Technology

*You may finish the degree requirements in eight (8) semesters. However, in order to obtain a teaching certification, it is

necessary to complete a ninth semester.

The College of Science and Technology at SAU produces graduates who are well prepared to enter the professional world in all areas of modern science. Our principal emphasis is to ensure that the undergraduate degree programs allow students to be competitive on a national basis. Each degree program is designed to provide breadth as well as special emphasis for the graduate. Sixteen different degrees and seven minors are offered by the five departments in this college.

If you would like to move from the stands to the playing field, the

University offers intramural activities, competitions, and the newly

developed Club Sports Program for those who enjoy team sports

as well as those who would rather compete on an individual

basis. The program works hand-in-hand with the Department of

Health, Kinesiology, and Recreation and serves as an arena for

its majors to develop their interests and skills.

The Southern Arkansas University Muleriders and Lady Muleriders

are perennial contenders in the NCAA Division II Great American

Conference.

The SAU men’s varsity teams compete in baseball, basketball,

cross-country, football, golf, and track and field. Women’s varsity

teams include basketball, cross-country, golf, softball, tennis,

track and field, and volleyball. Men’s and women’s rodeo teams

participate in regional and intercollegiate competition.

The Great American Conference is the newest NCAA Division II conference. Formed in 2011, the conference consists of six Arkansas universities and three Oklahoma universities.

Baseball - Steve Browningdsbrowning@saumag.edu

Men’s Basketball - Eric Bozemanelbozeman@saumag.edu

Women’s Basketball - Carrie Slatoncgslaton@saumag.edu

Cheerleading - Anne Sandsamsands@saumag.edu

Cross Country - Tim Servistpservis@saumag.edu

Football - Bill Keopplebillkeopple@saumag.edu

Golf - Leonard Biddlelbiddle@saumag.edu

Softball - Coery Lyoncjlyon@saumag.edu

Tennis - Rodney Whaleneldisotel@saumag.edu

Track and Field - Keith Dalekwdale@saumag.edu

Volleyball - Steven Greamslgream@saumag.edu

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Lindsey WilcoxSeniorMiddle blockerCriminal JusticeSaugus, California

Jordan WhiteSeniorOutside hitterBusiness MarketingLongview, Texas

Courtney SmithRedshirt juniorRight side hitterPsychology Arlington, Texas

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Rianne HerronSeniorPre-DentistryOmaha, Texas

One way to stand out at SAU is to participate in one of the more than 100 different student organizations that are available under these major headings: departmental and professional organizations, recognit ion and honor societies, rel igious organizations, special interest groups, student government, hall councils, and social fraternities and sororities.

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Living on campus will play a big part in your college experience. You will gain a sense of independence and confidence by meeting the challenges of liv-ing on your own for the first time. You can be sure that living in a residence hall will be one of the most rewarding and memorable times of your college career.

There is no place like home; however, you will find the residential communities at SAU offer a friendly atmosphere conducive to growth and study. You will achieve a greater understanding of the people around you, gain valuable knowledge, and make lifelong friends.

The annual RHA Bed Race is a must see. Every year during SAU’s Family Day celebration the Residence Hall Association organizes this very entertaining and occasionally dangerous race that allows different campus organizations a chance to see who has the fastest bed on campus.

Southern Arkansas University strives to provide the best possible housing at a

reasonable cost. Sure, it is different than living at home; however, when you live on

campus, you are right in the middle of the action, close to classes, labs, computers, college

activities, athletic facilities, and the library. National studies have shown that when you live on campus, you’re more likely to excel in academics and enjoy your college years than your classmates who live off campus.

SAU wants your living experience to be a great one, something you will always remember. To help you solve the small, day-to-day problems, resident assistants are assigned to help you. These staff members are assigned night duty and are always available in case of emergencies.

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Global Learning CommunityGreene Light Art

Health and Wellness Honors College

Leadership CollegeNursing

Per forming Arts Residential College

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Bussey Hall Capacity: 200 Female onlyFincher Hall Capacity: 92 Co-EdGreene Hall Capacity: 176 Co-EdHarrod Hall Capacity: 196 Co-EdHonors Hall N. Capacity: 84 Co-Ed Honors Hall S. Capacity: 96 Co-EdTalbot Hall Capacity: 190 Male onlyTalley Hall Capacity: 192 Co-EdUniversity Village Capacity: 264 Co-Ed

Residential Interest Groups (RIGs) are living and learning options for all students living in the residence halls at SAU. Groups will live together on a specific floor based on their interests, although it does not necessarily have to be their major.

RIG communities also foster a living and learning environment through campus involvement, academic support, and student and professional staff members committed to helping students succeed during their college careers. The student staff members are campus leaders who live with students and offer many opportunities to get involved on campus and be successful in the classroom.

In the University Village Apartments, you will enjoy a luxurious lifestyle with ameni-ties such as a pool, fully-fur-nished living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and a clubhouse, just to name a few. You will find everything you need for today’s busy student while still enjoying the benefits of l iving on campus.

The University Village Apartments offer two-bedroom and four-bedroom units for juniors, seniors, graduate students, single parents, and married stu-dents. As a more mature student, you have earned the right to expect the “little extras” life has to offer.

> Computer lab> Common areas for visiting with guests> Facilities for the physically-challenged> TV lounges> Common area for studying or playing cards> Laundry facilities> Sports equipment> Daily custodial service for public areas

> Daily maintenance service for routine repairs

Your room will be furnished with:> Cable TV> Wireless Internet> Sink> Telephone line> Two desks> Two chairs> Two single beds> Two dressers> Two closets

> One roommate

All residence halls are smoke-free and equipped with the basic necessities:

Residential Interest Groups

Who Must Live on Campus?

The University requires all full-time, single undergraduate students to live in one of our residence halls or with their parents. Single undergraduate students 21 years or older, undergraduates with 60 or more hours, and veterans with two years of active duty may live in the housing of their choice.

Which Interest Group is Right for You?

SAU Housing Options

University Village

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Southern Arkansas University would like to help you reach your career goals through the SAU Honors College, which recognizes significant academic achievement.

Students in the program will find the courses to be both challenging and rewarding. In addition, the Honors College will provide students with an opportunity for a quiet living/learning environment in a designated residence hall.

Students who complete the course requirements of the Honors College will receive special recognition at graduation and will receive the distinction as “Southern Arkansas University Honors College Scholar” on their transcripts and diplomas.

We admit first-year and transfer students based upon a global assessment of academic potential. We examine ACT scores, high school GPA, required submitted essays, letters of recommendation and other relevant information. Current SAU students who have earned at least a 3.5 GPA may petition the Honors College for admission. Incoming freshmen in 2011 will receive an iPad 2 at no charge in lieu of the usual $600 dollar per year stipend. The iPad will be theirs to keep and will be delivered in Honors Seminar the first week of class.

For more information, please contact Dr. Ed Kardas, professor of psychology and director of Honors College, at

epkardas@saumag.edu or (870) 235-4231.

> Honors College Admission

Honors College

The Residential College is a living and learning option for freshman students. It focuses on students’ academic and personal success through service learning.

You will appreciate the exhilaration of giving back through obtaining the benchmark of 15 service hours each semester. Last year’s RC group completed campus projects, then put their skills to the test as they participated in a St. Louis initiative to Adopt-a-Block during a group trip.

Today’s Date: ___________________________ Name: __________________________________________Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________________City: ___________________________________State: ___________________Zip: ___________________E-mail Address: _________________________________________________________________________Parent’s E-mail Address: __________________________________________________________________Phone:( ________ ) _______________ Birth Date: ______ / ______ / _____ Gender: Male FemaleCell Phone:( ________) _____________________________ Accept Text Messages: Yes NoSSN: ______ - _____ - _________ High School Name: _________________________________________Year of Graduation: ________________ ACT or SAT Score: ______________________________________Intended Major: _________________________________________________________________________Extracurricular/Athletic Interest: _____________________________________________________________

Requested Information:Admissions ScholarshipsHousing Financial Aid

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The Residential College is open to entering freshmen with a composite ACT of 22 or above. There are only 82 spaces available. Selection will be based on ACT, GPA, and volunteer and leadership activities completed while in high school.

Students are required to complete a Residential College application. http://web.saumag.edu/rca

> Leadership College Admission

Become involved and be a part of a group that makes a difference while working together with classmates to get the most out of the college living and learning experience. Students involved in The Residential College and The Leadership College enroll in a common block of courses each semester, take group trips, and enjoy an environment where friends share the responsibility for learning.

Whether you were a leader in high school and want to continue developing your skills into college, or you want to discover and develop the leader inside you, the LC is the place for you.

Leadership College participants take active leader-ship roles in campus organizations and campus ac-tivities such as Homecoming, Celebration of Lights, Spring Fling, and other programs that enrich the col-lege experience.

The Leadership College is open to all freshmen and sophomores who meet the minimum requirements of admission to SAU and have a minimum ACT score of 19 in English. Students are required to participate in 3-5 activities each semester and attend mentor meetings.

Students are required to complete a Leadership College application. http://web.saumag.edu/lca

> Residential College Admission

Leadership College Residential College

Living and Learning Environments

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