Southern Arkansas University Tech
Camden, Arkansas · Public · 672 undergraduates
Of 7 programs with reported earnings, 5 leave graduates out-earning a typical Arkansas high-school graduate (about $32,489/yr) and 2 fall short. Another 48 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $8,848 |
| $30k to $48k | $9,208 |
| $48k to $75k | $8,633 |
| $75k to $110k | $11,321 |
| $110k and up | $17,294 |
| All families (average) | $9,018 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $62,781 | +$30,292 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $46,358 | +$13,869 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | Associate's Degree | $54,132 | +$21,643 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $47,560 | +$15,071 | clears the bar | $5,500 | 0.4 yrs |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate's Degree | $28,756 | -$3,733 | falls short | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Associate's Degree | $25,174 | -$7,315 | falls short | n/a | n/a |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $53,768 | +$21,279 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 42% of students receive Pell grants · 62% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.