Admissions Overview
The admission process at Southern Arkansas University has a 64% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Southern Arkansas University has test requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
64%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
2,916
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
38%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Southern Arkansas University has a 64% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Southern Arkansas University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Required
Standardized test scores are required for admission
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredStandardized Test Scores
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredHigh School Class Rank
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Personal Statement/Essay
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Letters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Southern Arkansas University. About 8% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 905 to 1,190. Additionally, about 99% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 17 to 24.
SAT Scores
8% of students submitted400
1600
905 – 1190
200
800
460 – 595
200
800
445 – 595
ACT Scores
99% of students submitted1
36
17 – 24
1
36
16 – 25
1
36
16 – 23
Admission Statistics
2,916 students applied to SAUMAG. Of those, 64% were accepted (1,855 students). Of these 1,855 accepted students, 707 chose to enroll.
2,916
Total Applicants
1,855
Students Admitted
707
Students Enrolled
64%
Acceptance Rate