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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Magnolia, Arkansas · Public

67%acceptance rate
920–1180SAT middle 50%
17–23ACT middle 50%
$14,164average net price, in-state

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus admitted 67% of 2,936 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 920–1180 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 41% of students graduate within six years.

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What it costs

Full price with housing is $25,640 in-state and $31,220 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,164 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$14,823
  • $30–48k$15,172
  • $48–75k$15,686
  • $75–110k$19,378
  • $110k+$18,896

Quick answers

What is Southern Arkansas University Main Campus’s acceptance rate?

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus admitted 67% of applicants: 1,955 of 2,936 (IPEDS, fall 2023).

What SAT score do you need for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 920 to 1180, with a median around 1050. A score at or above 1050 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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Sources: College Navigator (IPEDS). Costs are IPEDS 2022–23 net price and 2023–24 sticker price. Clarity Prep isn’t affiliated with Southern Arkansas University Main Campus.