According to the school, the mission of Southern Arkansas University is to educate students for productive and fulfilling lives in a global environment by providing opportunities for intellectual growth, individual enrichment, skill development, and meaningful career preparation. The University believes in the worth of the individual and accepts its responsibility for developing in its students those values and competencies essential for effective citizenship in an ever-changing, free, and democratic society. Further, the University encourages and supports excellence in teaching, scholarly and creative endeavors, and service. Southern Arkansas University is a quality, comprehensive, regional University with a beautiful campus located in Magnolia, Arkansas. SAU offers degrees through five colleges: Business, Education, Liberal and Performing Arts, Science and Technology, and Graduate Studies. We are proud of our academic excellence. Faculty and staff members are committed to helping students succeed in their chosen fields. Over 80 student organizations are active in eight major areas: departmental and professional, recognition and honor societies, religious, special interest groups, student government, hall councils and social fraternities and sororities. We invite you to visit our campus and experience for yourself the unique tradition of being a Mulerider at Southern Arkansas University-a tradition of success.
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Associate's Degrees
Associate's in Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
Associate's in Business/Commerce, General
Associate's in Chemistry, General
Associate's in General Studies
Associate's in Industrial Technology/Technician
Associate's in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor's in Accounting
Bachelor's in Agricultural Business and Management, General
Bachelor's in Agricultural Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Art Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Art/Art Studies, General
Bachelor's in Athletic Training/Trainer
Bachelor's in Biological and Physical Sciences
Bachelor's in Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Bachelor's in Business Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Business/Commerce, General
Bachelor's in Chemistry Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Chemistry, General
Bachelor's in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Bachelor's in Community Organization and Advocacy
Bachelor's in Computer and Information Sciences, General
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Bachelor's in Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Bachelor's in English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's in English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Fine/Studio Arts, General
Bachelor's in General Studies
Bachelor's in History, General
Bachelor's in Industrial Technology/Technician
Bachelor's in Journalism
Bachelor's in Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Bachelor's in Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Bachelor's in Mathematics Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Mathematics, General
Bachelor's in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Bachelor's in Music Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Music, General
Bachelor's in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Bachelor's in Physics, Other
Bachelor's in Political Science and Government, General
Bachelor's in Psychology, General
Bachelor's in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Bachelor's in Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Social Sciences, General
Bachelor's in Social Studies Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Social Work
Bachelor's in Sociology
Bachelor's in Spanish Language and Literature
Bachelor's in Spanish Language Teacher Education
Master's Degrees
Master's in Agriculture, General
Master's in Business Administration and Management, General
Master's in Computer and Information Sciences, General
Master's in Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Master's in Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Master's in Educational/Instructional Technology
Master's in Elementary Education and Teaching
Master's in Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General
Master's in Public Administration
Master's in Secondary Education and Teaching
Master's in Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other
Master's in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other
Certificates
Certificate in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration