100 E. University
Magnolia, AR 71753-5000

A comprehensive university, Southern Arkansas University offers a quality college education to over 3,100 students. Founded in 1909 as Third District Agricultural School, this Arkansas university is situated on 1,388 acres in Magnolia, Arkansas. In the last few years, Southern Arkansas University has spent over $5 million in renovations.

Southern Arkansas University offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in its five smaller colleges: the College of business, the College of Education, the College of Liberal and Performing Arts, the College of Science and technology and the School of Graduate Studies. The Arkansas university also offers continuing education classes and distance learning programs.

Southern Arkansas University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Quick Facts

The student-faculty ratio at Southern Arkansas University is 19 to 1.

Southern Arkansas University is 55 miles away from Texarkana, 80 miles from Shreveport and 140 miles from Little Rock. The city of Magnolia holds the World Championship Steak Cook-Off every May.

The mascot of Southern Arkansas University is the Muleriders. Its athletic affiliation is with NCAA Division II and the Gulf South Conference.

Southern Arkansas University offers master's degree programs in the Landmark building in downtown Texarkana. Master's programs include public administration, teaching, and educational administration and supervision.

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